Pulling and Running Tubing
Among the reasons for pulling tubing includes replacing a packer, locating a tubing leak, or plugged tubing.
Tubing Rig
Hazards and solutions when raising or lowering the traveling block and elevator.
Potential Hazards
- Being struck by the elevators and traveling block as they are raised or lowered.
- Getting fingers and hands pinched between elevators and tongs or tubing collar.
Possible Solutions
- Instruct workers to stand clear of tong and slip area when lowering the elevator and traveling block.
- Use handles on elevators as they are descending into place over the tubing.
Hazards and solutions when latching or unlatching elevators onto the tubing.
Tripping Pipe on a Workover Rig
Potential Hazards
- Pinching hands or fingers in the elevators.
- Being struck by elevators not securely latched.
Possible Solutions
- Ensure that workers are instructed in proper latching procedure.
- Inspect and maintain elevators.
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4-5. When pulling and running tubing, what are considered hazards while raising or lowering the traveling block and elevator?
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