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2025 Second Alert HiPo#02 Dropped circulation head
A circulation sub with a plug valve became unconnected and fell from a height of 8 meters from the top of a landing joint during the assembly of a tubing hanger. The falling object made contact with the floorman's right arm, causing slight injury.
How do you verify that all connections are properly torqued according to the Program and SOP before proceeding with operations? Are you consistently using the correct tools as specified in the SOP for each operation, and how do you ensure proper tool selection? What steps do you take to confirm that all crew members are fully aware of the Procedures, JSA, and risk assessments before starting a task? How do you actively perform dynamic risk assessments during operations, and what methods do you use to monitor tasks efficiently in real time? Always ensure to follow the SOP and comply with Work authorizations
Risk normalization and poor supervision while making up of the connection Improper tool selection:Toolbox talk done, the SOP for installation of hanger available yet plug valve was used instead of BPV Circulating head was not properly torqued into landing joint box connection Failure to notice plug valve stuck between links & connection to landing joint getting screwed

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