Investigation Report
Casing Joint Dropped During Electromagnetic Pipe Handler Transfer
06-06-2009 21:30 G28066 GC/304 Other Lifting Device
- BSEE
- Investigation Report
- Unknown
- Dropped objects
- DrillingLifting operations
- Magnetic lifter
- Safety communication
- Upstream oil and gas
- Offshore installation
Summary
An investigation examines a casing joint dropped during transfer by an electromagnetic pipe handler on Cajun Express. Contact with a riser tensioner dislodged the load from its magnets. Findings identify incorrect alignment, unsuitable spotter positioning and absent discussion of spotter responsibilities. No injuries occurred; casing threads were damaged.
Classifications: Dropped objects; falling objects; DROPS.
Classifications: Drilling; well drilling.
Classifications: Lifting operations; load lifting; hoisting.
Classifications: Magnetic lifter; magnetic lifting device; electromagnetic lifting device.
Classifications: Safety communication; toolbox talk; toolbox talks.
Classifications: Upstream oil and gas; oil and gas extraction; upstream petroleum.
Classifications: Offshore installation; offshore platform; offshore rig.