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Line of Fire Drilling Rig Safety

The document outlines the concept of 'Line of Fire' in drilling rig safety, highlighting common hazards and the importance of awareness to prevent injuries. It emphasizes safe work practices, situational awareness, and the need for proper training and communication among workers. Emergency response procedures and contact information for safety personnel are also provided.

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Line of Fire Drilling Rig Safety

The document outlines the concept of 'Line of Fire' in drilling rig safety, highlighting common hazards and the importance of awareness to prevent injuries. It emphasizes safe work practices, situational awareness, and the need for proper training and communication among workers. Emergency response procedures and contact information for safety personnel are also provided.

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Line of Fire Awareness

Drilling Rig Safety Training


Presented by: [Your Name / Company
Name]
Date: [Insert Date]
What is Line of Fire?

• Situations where a person can be:


• - Struck by
• - Caught between
• - Released energy
• One of the 'Fatal Four' causes of injuries in
drilling
Common Line of Fire Hazards on a
Drilling Rig

• Pipe handling equipment (tongs, slips, iron


roughnecks)
• Rotating equipment (kelly, top drive, drill
string)
• Falling objects (tools, overhead gear)
• Pressure release (valves, hoses, wellbore
fluids)
• Rig-up/rig-down operations
Why Line of Fire Matters

• Injuries often happen suddenly


• Can result in:
• - Broken bones
• - Crushing injuries
• - Fatalities
• Often preventable with awareness and
procedures
Examples of Line of Fire Incidents

• Caught between pipe and tong arm


• Struck by swinging chain or hoist
• Foot injury from dropped tool
• Hand crushed between rotating components
Safe Work Practices

• Stay out of pinch points


• Use barricades and spotters
• Verify equipment is de-energized
• Maintain clear communication
• Always wear proper PPE
Situational Awareness

• Look before you move


• Identify:
• - Overhead hazards
• - Moving parts
• - Stored energy
• Know escape routes at all times
Risk Zones

• Red Zone (No-Go Zone): No entry during


operations
• Yellow Zone: Restricted – only trained
personnel
• Green Zone: Safe for general access
Equipment-Specific Hazards

• Iron roughneck
• Cathead and winch lines
• Pipe spinner and slips
• Elevators and traveling blocks
Emergency Response

• Know how to shut down equipment


• Call for help immediately
• Provide first aid if safe to do so
• Report incident – no matter how small
Training and Responsibility

• Safety is everyone’s responsibility


• Supervisors must enforce red zone rules
• Workers must speak up about unsafe practices
• Continuous hazard observation training
Summary

• “Line of Fire” = path of danger


• Identify and avoid high-risk zones
• Use safe procedures and PPE
• Stay alert and communicate
Emergency Contacts

• Rig Medic: [Name & Number]


• Safety Officer: [Name & Number]
• Emergency Coordinator: [Contact Info]

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