Cause & Consequence
- Fall from height
Incident Location
Drilling unit
Incident Activity
Drilling, workover
Incident Info Source
Step change in safety
Specific Incident Equipment
Pushing tubulars manually out from the rig floor towards the V door.
Lessons Identified
No assessment of the weight versus the capabilities of the workers took place.The task could have been accomplished mechanically instead of manuallyThe hole created by removal of a deck grating created a significant potential for someone to fall.
Incident Recommendations
Close floor plate openingsEnsure unecessary equipment is removed from the work area.Ensure personnel are informed of and are part of an assessment of the risks.
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