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
Responsibilities of the Floorman Keep tongs properly balanced and greased. Lubricate all hinge pins. The one between the tong head and handle is most important. Adjust
Responsibilities of the Driller The driller should inspect the rig and make sure that all bearings are being greased. The driller should explain to his crew
Rig Up/Down Elevator Links Elevator Link (The Bails) Care should be taken when rigging up the elevator links. A pre-job meeting should be held to discuss
Drawworks and Accessories: Operation and Maintenance Safety The driller is in direct supervision of his men for their tour. It should be noted by all crew
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
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
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