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A derrickman was seriously injured when a controlair valve failed on an oilfield service rig. The valve contained a piece of spring steel that broke, causing the drawworks to unexpectedly re-engage. This caused the traveling blocks to shoot up and sever the drill line, falling and striking the worker in the rod basket. The document recommends inspecting and repairing similar valves to prevent failures that could endanger workers. It also notes regulations requiring immediate action to protect workers from e

Author
Jesus Ibañez
Language
EN