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904 Oil and Gas Well Inspection
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Static Hanging Lines

Conduct this inspection to ensure that static hanging lines are in good condition.

Location

Identify the static lines located on the rig and list them for inspection.

Type

Indicate the type of line including size and manufacturer identification number.

Cable Condition

Look for kinks that may have occurred during rig up, cuts in the line can result from impact by pipe or iron, and crushing of the cable or flat spots along the line where the internal core may have failed. Identify broken wires along the length of the line and replace as per company guidelines.

Look for areas along the line where it may have rubbed against itself or the structure. Cables that have rust down inside the strands should be replaced.

Knowledge Check Choose the best answer for the question.

6-4. In your inspection, you notice cable that appears crushed in one section. What does this condition indicate?