Alert 08 – 30 Casing Running Operation Results in LTI
WHAT HAPPENED:
While running 7-5/8” casing, a Floorman working in the stabber position was attempting to hold a casing centralizer above the casing tongs. As the tongs were brought forward the Floormen’s right hand was caught and pinched when the casing tongs were actuated. The Floorman was diagnosed with a laceration and a broken bone in his right hand.