Working on a drilling rig is a tough, hazardous job where safety is a critical issue.The drilling industry has a better safety record than construction, manufacturing, or transportation. This record is accomplished through rigorous safety training of all personnel in every phase of rig operations. This comprehensive book reviews the many types of readiness and prevention of hazardous situations. It also identifies appropriate employee behavior while on the rig, the many pieces of safety equipment, safe transportation to and from a rig, hand- and power- tool safety, operations and equipment, first aid, and the proper response to an emergency. Readable language, clearly labeled illustrations and photographs, a glossary, and helpful self-test review questions help the reader understand the material.