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Rig Signal Communication Guide

Learn rig signal communication from scratch with a clear step-by-step workflow, recommended tools, safety guidelines, and expert tips.

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Workflow

  1. Establish Standard Calls

    15 min

    Ready head out in clear stand by.

  2. Clear Deck Protocol

    ongoing

    No fly until deck clear confirmed.

  3. Execute Fly Cue

    show

    Smooth acceleration deceleration mark trim.

  4. Post Show Note Issues

    10 min

    Log binding noise trim drift next call.

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Planning

Preparation

Safety

Execution

Quality

Documentation

Reference Materials

Fly Calls StandardStandard

Industry best practices for fly calls.

Fly Calls FormulaFormula

Standard ETCP calls; deck clear mandatory; repeat back critical.

Fly Calls Reference TableTable

Key benchmarks for fly calls.

CallMeaningResponse
HeadsWarningAck
Fly 45GoRepeat

  • Pro Tip

    Deck clear — non negotiable.

  • Time Saver

    Repeat back — misheard kills.

  • Warning

    Emergency word — rehearsed.

Safety Notes

  • Moving batten — never under.
  • Noise loud — hand signal backup.

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