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David King

How Do Drillers Learn to be Drillers? From Other Drillers

At Smaller Industry Events, not Uncommon to Learn from Competitors
David King
David King
August 31, 2021
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Drilling is one of those rare industries where, at training events, you can learn new skills from a competitor.
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John Schmitt

Spudder Drill Strings: Let’s Start with the Socket

Wire Line, Swivel an Important Connect to Make
John Schmitt, CWD/PI
John Schmitt
August 30, 2021
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Wire line connects to a swivel inside the socket, allowing the whole string to do its drilling job.
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Dave Bowers

Want to Keep Safe on a Drilling Job? Training is the Key

Number of Hazards Make Clear Case for Professional Development
Dave Bowers
Dave Bowers
August 24, 2021
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Whether you work as the driller or the scientist on site, training can help you recognize and avoid common hazards.



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Todd Tannehill

Water, Graphite and Geothermal Grouting (Take 2!)

Make Your Mixes Easier by Pre-Measuring Water, Marking the Grouter
Todd Tannehill
Todd Tannehill
August 20, 2021
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Optimize thermal conductivity in graphite geothermal mixes by ensuring the correct amount of water.
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jobsite leadership

Want to Lead Drilling Jobs? Figure out Your Leadership Identity

Leaders Benefit from Knowing Themselves, not Falling for Fads
Jake Fletcher
Jake Fletcher
August 17, 2021
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On the jobsite or in the office, leaders benefit from knowing themselves more than following the latest fad.
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Drill Crew Performance Reviews

Tips for Drill Crew Performance Reviews

Feedback, Communication Can Help with Retention
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Jessica Alexander
August 16, 2021
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Use feedback, two-way communication to help keep good employees with your drilling company.
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Jeremy Verdusco

Tips to Minimize Summer Heat Risks on Drilling Jobs

Hydration, Rest and Shade Critical to Head Off Heat-Related Illnesses
July 27, 2021
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Crews need hydration, regular rest and shade to stay safe, productive during hot months.
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John Schmitt

Maintaining Wire Lines on Spudder Drill Rigs

Steel Cable Requires Occasional Lubrication to Guard against Rust
John Schmitt, CWD/PI
John Schmitt
July 21, 2021
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Drill, sand and casing lines require occasional lubrication for a long, worry free service life.
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delegating tasks on drilling jobs

Drive Retention through Empowerment: How Delegation Can Grow Drilling Leaders

Empower Drill Crews through Task Delegation
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Jessica Alexander
July 16, 2021
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Progressively bigger responsibilities, decision-making help drillers turn field experience into leadership.
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Dave Bowers

Confined Spaces: Roles, Responsibilities for Drill Crews

Identify Roles, Rescue Plan and Permitting in Advance
Dave Bowers
Dave Bowers
July 14, 2021
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Identify critical roles and train workers, and make sure a rescue plan and any required permitting are in place.
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