NORTH AMERICA

ECA conducts Bauer drilling rig safety training

Equipment Corporation of America (ECA), a leading distributor of foundation construction equipment, held its first-ever Bauer OT-B drilling rig operator’s training over five days in May at its Coraopolis, Pennsylvania headquarters. The course follows on from the 100-year-old company being designated a Regional Training Centre for Bauer Foundation Equipment by Bauer Maschinen.

 ECA trainers Joe Church

ECA trainers Joe Church

ECA trainers Joe Kinworthy and Jason Church tapped into 45 years' of collective drilling rig experience to help operators from several foundation drilling contractors improve safety and productivity. The course focused on such topics as drilling rig stability, safe operation, ground conditions, safe working platforms, productivity, and new technology.

"Drilling rig accidents often bring dire consequences," said corporate director of parts and service Dave Schell. "If we can help to prevent even one tragedy for our customers, this program will be a success."

ECA can host a customised Bauer training session at its headquarters or at its customer's own locations.