Manual

Hazard Possible Solution

Getting caught between the joint and tongs Avoid placing hands on the end of the

tubing or stump stump

Being struck by the tubing hanger wrench if Use the correct tools for each task

it should slip

Getting fingers and hands pinched and caught Inspect the tools before use.

between tubing hanger and tubing head.

Potential hazards when raising or lowering traveling block and elevator:

Hazard Possible Solution

Being struck by the elevator and traveling Instruct workers to stand clear of tong and

block as they are raised or lowered slip area when lowering the elevator and

traveling block

Getting fingers and hands pinched between Use handles on elevators as they are

elevators and tongs or tubing collar. descending into place over the tubing

Potential hazards when latching or unlatching elevators onto the tubing:

Hazard Possible Solution

Pinching hand or fingers in the elevator Ensure that workers are instructed in proper

latching procedure

Being struck by elevators not securely latched Inspect and maintain elevators