Alert 01 – 18 Tail Rope and Drill Pipe Incident
Alert 01 – 18 Tail Rope and Drill Pipe Incident
WHAT HAPPENED:
While tripping pipe into the hole, a rotary helper’s shoulder was injured while he was handling a stand of drill pipe as it was moved from the setback area. The injured employee received a shoulder strain. Fortunately, the injured only needed minor medical attention and returned to work. The incident was classified as a first aid case.