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902 Well Site Preparation and Drilling Safety
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Tripping In: Latching Elevators to Top of Stand

In this process, the derrickhand latches the elevators onto the pipe from the monkeyboard.

Latching pipe to elevator.

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.
  • Do not place hands or fingers between elevator and stump.
  • Inspect and maintain elevators.

Knowledge Check Choose the best answer for the question.

6-9. What can happen to the derrickhand if the elevator is not properly secured when being latched to pipe?