Use and Care of Spinning Chain The spinning chain is basically a strong, efficient working tool. However, overloading, faulty rigging, or general mishandling can render it
Traveling Block Safety Control Companies have been installing limit switch devices on their drawworks for a number of years, but we still get reports of crown
Safety while Repairing and Replacing Drive Chains and Greasing the Rig Drive Chain Repair: Drive chains are used in the drawworks, compound, as drives between the compound
Safety while Tripping Pipe The highest incidence of accidents occurs around the rotary table when workers are making a trip. The reason for this is worker
Rig Floor Crew Activities Elevators: Keep elevators oiled and greased. Check latch springs and latch action and ensure that they latch completely. Check pin nuts to
Raising and Lowering the Mast Always completely warm up engines and check to be sure there is sufficient fuel. Check brakes, pins and shoes (If necessary
Perforating Safety Operator, Contractor, and perforating Service Company employees are all involved in this type of operation. The coordination of all activities in connection with a