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Dave Bowers

Should Geotechnical Drillers Use Slip Rings?

Common, but Divisive, Tool: Are Slip Rings Safe?
Dave Bowers
Dave Bowers
July 13, 2020
One Comment
Tool aids production, but requires diligence for use on drilling jobs.
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Ask Brock video series

How Can Drillers 'Safety Hard' Leading Into the Holiday Weekend?

National Driller staff
The Driller Staff
July 2, 2020
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Host Brock Yordy safeties hard and plays hard (and celebrates a birthday) in the latest Ask Brock, episode 64.
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How Drillers Can Tune Up Their Toolbox Talks

Drilling Crew Buy-In is Crucial to Getting Message Across
Dave Bowers
Dave Bowers
June 24, 2020
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Do it right, and they can be a big part of an effective health and safety program.
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Labor Department Compiles OSHA Guidance on Covid-19

Website Features Information for Employers, Workers
June 2, 2020
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New website a quick safety reference for employers, workers.
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Dave Bowers

A Driller’s Primer on Wire Rope Connections, Rigging

Often When It Fails, it’s the Connection not the Rope Itself
Dave Bowers
Dave Bowers
May 27, 2020
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Know the strengths, weaknesses of different connecting technologies.
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Common Wear Areas for Wire Rope Use in Drilling

Dave Bowers
Dave Bowers
May 11, 2020
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Much of a wire rope can be in good working order, while some sections may still be at the point of replacement or failure. This column covers a few different methods of visual inspection.
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Ask Brock video series

How Do We Apply Industry Standard JSAs to Work that is Not Standard?

National Driller staff
The Driller Staff
April 30, 2020
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Host Brock Yordy discusses JSAs for non-standard drilling jobs and situations in episode 55 of Ask Brock.
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Covid-19: 'Essential' Drilling, Decon and Budgeting

Jeremy Verdusco
April 27, 2020
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Readers have likely heard the adage "may you live in interesting times." I cannot remember a more interesting time.
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inspecting wire rope

How Often Should Drillers Replace Wire Ropes?

Dave Bowers
Dave Bowers
April 10, 2020
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Wire rope, despite its durability and strength, eventually wears out and must be removed. Regular inspection is crucial.
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Ask Brock video series

With Coronavirus, It’s a New Normal for Drilling Job Safety

National Driller staff
The Driller Staff
March 31, 2020
No Comments
Jobsite injuries in the Coronavirus pandemic. Ask Brock episode 51 talks about the implications for drillers.
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