
Environmental Remediation Drilling
Safety Guidelines
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Term Definition
Flammable and
Combustible
Material
Flammable and combustible liquids are liquids that can burn. They are classified,
or grouped as either flammable or combustible, by their flashpoints (the
temperature at which they start to burn). Generally speaking, flammable liquids
will ignite (catch on fire) and burn easily usually at normal working temperatures.
Combustible liquids have the ability to burn at temperatures that are usually
above working temperatures. Flammable material is designated by a flashpoint of
under 100
o
F and combustible material is designated by a flashpoint between 100
o
F and 200
o
F.
Grouting
To fill the annulus between the casing and borehole with liquid slurry of grout
(cement and/or bentonite) and water to support the casing and prevent fluid
migration between permeable zones.
Hoisting Cables and
Ropes
Ropes or metal cables that are used to lift or move augers, casing, and sampling
tools. Usually attached to sheaves on the mast.
Hydraulic Ram
A fluid-pressurized device that pushes casing or sampling tools down.
Job Safety Analysis
(JSA)
A step-by-step breakdown of a task. With each step, the hazard risks and
precautions are identified. A JSA is frequently conducted using a three column
document in which the first column is the step, the second the hazards which may
be potentially encountered and the third column the precautions to take to avoid
the hazard risk. Usually included in, attached to, or referenced by the Health and
Safety Plan.
Kelly
The heavy square or hexagonal steel member suspended from the mast through
the rotary table and connected to the topmost joint of drill pipe to turn the drill
stem. Not for direct push or most hollow stem rigs.
Kill Switch
A safety device, normally a button or toggle stick that will turn off the drill rig
engine when actuated. Usually located in the back of the rig near where the
drilling is conducted.
Mast
A movable derrick capable of being raised as a unit, as distinguished from a
standard derrick, which cannot be raised to a working position as a unit.
MSDS
A Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) is a report with descriptions of the
physical properties, compatibilities, hazardous properties and other characteristic
information of a material or chemical. MSDSs are usually attached to the Health
and Safety Plan.
Mud
A liquid that may be used to circulate through the borehole during rotary drilling
and work-over operations.
Non-Indigenous
Material
Gravel or fill dirt that was used as backfill in a previous excavation or boring.
Any material not naturally deposited.
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