Drilling operations are essential yet inherently hazardous, with rig crews facing a multitude of risks every day. From heavy equipment and moving parts to unpredictable weather and environmental conditions, the rig floor is undeniably the most dangerous location in drilling operations. According to the International Drilling Contractors Association’s (IADC) ISP Report 2023, the most lost time and recordable injuries in drilling operations occurred on the rig floor, with the floormen experiencing the largest percentage of these injuries.
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