Are You a safe worker on a drilling rig?

Workers on drilling and workover rigs may sometimes take matters into their own hands, resulting in safety violations or, worse, injury. And while it is the rig operator’s responsibility to see that they are sufficiently trained and that the workplace is free from hazards, it is vital that every person on a rig site develop a keen sense of safety.

Is working on a drilling rig a risky business?

Working on a drilling rig is risky business by anyone’s standards. Safety must a matter of paramount concern in order to prevent injuries and accidents. As the following paragraphs excerpted from an article about oil and gas industry worker safety attests, hazards can occur for many reasons.

Is a drilling rig safe?

Modern drilling rigs, which operate hundreds of miles offshore and far from the nearest hospital, present numerous risks. Working safely on a drilling rig depends on the worker or rig hand making the right decisions.

How do I know if a drilling rig is safe?

A drilling rig must have a reliable load weight indicator, and if it is hung above the floor it must be secured by a wire rope or chain safety line. (1) The brakes on the draw works of a drilling rig, and on a service rig used for drilling, must be tested at the beginning of each crew shift, and inspected at weekly intervals.

What are the safety requirements for drill & workover rigs?

JUNE 2004 Safety Requirement for Drilling & Workover Rigs -- Page 60 of 95 -- f10. The driller shall never begin hoisting drill pipe until he has ascertained that the pipe is latched in the elevator or the derrickman has signaled that he may safely hoist the drill pipe. 11.

What can I learn about drilling in 2 hours?

There is nowhere else that you can learn more about drilling in 2 hours! It is a must-see for anyone working in or with the oil and gas industry. (see the trailer and video segments below) The video begins with a brief discussion of wellsite selection and planning, followed by site preparation and rig mobilization.