Rig Up
Rig up is the transport and assembly of equipment and materials to perform hydraulic fracturing operations.
This process involves setting up high-pressure pumps, flow lines, blenders, sand storage units, chemical tanks, and other necessary components. Hydraulic fracturing operations require more equipment on the well pad than conventional well completion.
Potential Hazards
Due to the additional equipment, walking and working surfaces become even more restricted, increasing the risk of accidents. Workers must follow safety procedures and remain aware of their surroundings to avoid injuries from the following hazards:
- Falling from heights
- Slips, trips and falls
- Struck-by moving vehicles, equipment and pressure
- Falling or dropped equipment; and flying particles
- Caught-in or between pinch points
- Fires and explosions
- Inhaling respirable crystalline silica
- Inhaling diesel particulate
- Exposure to concentrated chemical additives
- Exposure to high noise levels
- Overexertion or sprains and strains
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2-2. Why have walking and working surfaces become even more restricted when conducting hydraulic fracturing operations?
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