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35 WorldWide Drilling Resource ® DECEMBER 2016 Safety Spotlight: Around the Rig by Scott Cosby In this month’s article, we’ll focus around the rig. The seasons are changing; for some of us in the industry, work slows down. This is a good time to check over the rig for safety issues. Safe drilling operations depend on the drill operator and crew knowing what’s going on around their rig. Here are a few helpful tips for keep- ing drilling safe and efficient, concerning the drill rig itself: j Safe and effective storage of all rig tools and supplies to be easily handled without accident. j Don’t store and transport tools and/or supplies on or near the rig’s mast unless there’s a storage location there. j Keep all drill pipe, augers, and other such rig tools in the manufactured racks on the rig, and stacked in an orderly man- ner. j It’s important to keep all access (e.g. platforms, walkways, etc.) on and around the rig free of debris and substances which could produce a hazardous situation. j All drill rig controls, displays, and warning indicators should be clear of any substances, such as dirt, grease, etc. j Store any fuel in properly labeled containers in support vehicles, with proper ventilation. j Keep all drilling fluid and materials such as borehole chips in a support vehicle or storage location on the rig, if possible. Make sure these items are properly labeled and stored. j Maintain a clean drill truck cab of dirt, mud, and trash for safe and effective use. These tips are common sense, but necessary for safe and efficient drill operations. The more we learn, practice, share, and mentor each other on the aspects of safety in our workplace and lives, the safer we become. There are also wide varieties of online sources concerning this topic, as well. Provide in-house training to all drill operators and crews concerning this topic. Scott Scott Cosby may be contacted via e-mail to michele@ worldwidedrillingresource.com Folks who never do any more than they get paid for, never get paid for any more than they do. By working faithfully 8 hours a day, you may eventually become a boss and work 12 hours a day.