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2025 Second Alert LTI#16 Foot injury while make up
During the make-up of the multi-cut MEB assembly with the float sub, the operation was being conducted offline at the ground. The crew were using a chain tong and pipe wrench to apply torque. While applying torque, the chain tong slipped, causing the entire assembly (which was placed on a piece of wood) to rotate and lose stability. Consequently, the float sub and assembly roll onto the right foot of a Roustabout, He was escorted to the clinic for further evaluation and medical attention. X-ray reveal a non-displaced fracture in the foot
Did supervisors adequately assess risks and ensure that all controls were in place before starting the activity? Did supervisors ensure that STOP Work Authority was effectively implemented and that the crew intervened when someone was at risk? Did supervisors ensure that the Out of Sight register was kept up to date and that activities were carried out in line with the identified controls?
The specific risk of assembly instability during torque application was not fully identified during the planning phase. The chain tong and pipe wrench was in good condition, and no defects were reported. The assembly was placed on a wooden base, which did not provide stable support on both sides. The chain tong slipped, releasing uncontrolled energy, which caused the assembly to rotate and fall onto the roustabout’s leg. A Toolbox Talk (TBT) was conducted before starting the job, and the Driller and Fishing Engineer supervised the task. Stop Work Authority was not exercised when the roustabout was standing in the line of fire, and no intervention occurred until after the incident.

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