Rig Floor Maintenance
Maintenance activities include inspecting, adjusting, and servicing on equipment such as drawworks, rotary, catheads, tongs, air hoists, and wire rope.
Rig Floor Layout
Potential Hazards
- being struck by tubulars, equipment and tools
- slips, trips, and falls
- being caught in chains or other moving equipment
- getting fingers and hands pinched in machine guards or covers
- receiving sprains and strains
Possible Solutions
- Wear personal protective equipment (such as hard hats, work gloves, safety shoes, and eye protection).
- Be aware of the slipping and falling hazards when performing maintenance on the drilling floor.
- Keep all work areas clean and clear of oil, tools, and debris.
- Use non-skid surfaces where appropriate.
- Use proper lockout/tagout procedures.
- Seek assistance when moving awkward and heavy guards and covers.
- Maintain all machinery free of leaks by regular preventive maintenance and repairing when necessary.
Knowledge Check Choose the best answer for the question.
8-2. Which of the following is listed as a hazard while working on the rig floor?
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