
Environmental Remediation Drilling
Safety Guidelines
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4.5.9 - Positioning Pipe and Casing
When positioned in the mast, drill pipe or casing should be secured until attached and in the drilling position
If work stops during positioning of drill pipe or casing into the mast, lower any suspended load to the
ground or lay it down on the support vehicle. The following are general field practices that apply to all
drilling operations regardless of method:
• Direct water discharge hoses away from leveling blocks
4.5.10 - Pressurized Systems
• No repair or maintenance will be performed on pressurized systems unless all pressure has been relieved
• Extreme caution will be used when opening any valve
• All relief valves will be installed so that any discharge will be directed away from workers and equipment
• Any extensions necessary for proper venting of relief valves will be secured against whipping and
incorporate whip checks
4.5.11 - Most Common Injuries
• Slipping and falling
• Getting dirt in the eye while steam cleaning or while hitting auger and rods with hammer
• Cutting fingers from handling augers and heavy objects
• Injuring back from improper lifting
4.5.12 - Near Losses, Incidents and Injuries and Treatment
• No matter how minor, all near losses, incidents, and injuries will be reported to a supervisor
immediately.
4.5.13 - First Aid Kits/Fire Extinguishers
• Each rig will be equipped with a fully supplied, approved first aid kit and an ABC fire extinguisher of
suitable size for the fire hazard to be encountered at the job site.
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