20 February 2015
Cutting off a Drilling Line: Safe Procedures For many years drilling contractors have extended the life of their drilling lines by moving the areas of wear
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20 February 2015
Crown Block Warning Devices Running into the crown block with the traveling block is not an everyday occurrence. But when it happens the results may be
20 February 2015
Crane Safety: Rigging and Slinging Making the lift. Only trained operators designated in writing by the company should be allowed to operate a crane. The only
20 February 2015
Crane Safety Be sure that all tools, oil cans, grease guns and rags are stored in a tool box and all of clothing (such as a
20 February 2015
Crane Equipment Safety Many crane accidents occur because the crane was used to lift more than its rated capacity. Crane accidents are generally serious and always
20 February 2015
Catheads and Catlines To improve safety on drilling rigs, manual catheads with catlines are being replaced with hydraulic and air type winches, but manual catheads with
17 February 2015
Back Safety: Lift and Like It Whether you are accustomed to lifting or manipulating a shovel, wrench, fountain pen or typewriter, you may be one of
17 February 2015
Preventing Back Injuries Through Proper Lifting Techniques Assess the situation Before lifting or carrying a heavy object, ask yourself the following questions. Can you lift this
17 February 2015
Back Safety and Lifting Techniques Proper lifting technique is critical to back safety, but perhaps more important is proper planning. Before you lift that box, or