How to make a drill pipe connection

Making a drill pipe connection is one of the basic jobs of a floor worker or rough-neck. There are two floor workers on the rig floor while pulling and running pipe. The more experienced individual is usually referred to as the lead and operates the lead tong. The second person on the floor operates the back-up tong and may be referred to as the back-up. The floor workers are generally the least experienced members of the crew. Team-work is therefore absolutely essential. The video below demonstrates how to making a perfect connection.