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902 Well Site Preparation and Drilling Safety
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Tripping Out: Latching Elevators to Pipe

In this process, the floor crew latches the elevators onto the pipe.

Elevators Latched to Pipe - OSHA

Potential Hazards

  • getting hands or fingers pinched in elevators
  • being struck by elevators not securely latched
  • getting hands or fingers caught between elevators and stump

Possible Solutions

  • Ensure workers are instructed in proper latching procedure, including the use of handles on elevators as they are descending into place over the stump or tool joint.
  • Inspect and maintain elevators.

Knowledge Check Choose the best answer for the question.

6-4. What is one of the hazards listed when latching elevators to pipe?