Kevin B. Miller
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Workers’ last line of defense is personal protective equipment
Workers in Texas and other states risk their lives each day. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration provides safety standards and guidelines for all industries. However, many employers fail to recognize potential unanticipated incidents. That is where appropriate PPE is crucial as a last line…
Personal injury: Greater risk due to roadway dangers
Driving in Texas is not for the fainthearted. Numerous issues can increase roadway danger, which then increases a risk for accidents and personal injury. When you get behind the wheel to drive, you understand from the get go that you’re obligated to adhere to traffic…
Beware, hand injuries can jeopardize earning potential
An estimated one million workers across the country receive treatment for hand injuries each year. Any of those injuries can cause permanent damage, although strict compliance with safety standards could prevent them. Employers in Texas are responsible for keeping workers safe, and that includes cleaners,…
Driver fatigue in the oil fields is life-threatening
Oil well sites in Texas are mostly in remote areas. Workers in the oil and gas industry typically have to drive long distances to well sites from their lodging sites or homes. Furthermore, some workers must frequently make long trips between equipment yards and well…
Silica exposure can cause silicosis 5 to 10 years later
The hazards posed by respirable crystalline silica threaten the long-term health of Texas workers. Workplace activities that expose workers to silica dust include sawing, cutting, crushing, drilling, and grinding concrete, stone, bricks, rock and mortar. Although employers must protect workers against hazards that could cause…
Complacency in the workplace can be fatal
Workers in the oilfields in San Antonio and across Texas face an endless list of hazards each day. However, complacency can increase workplace risks significantly. Although many workers who have worked on the oilfields for many years without adverse incidents are known to become complacent,…
Oilfield accidents are often linked to rough terrain vehicles
All-Terrain Vehicles and Utility Task Vehicles are used for various purposes in the oilfields of Texas. Both vehicles are used on rough terrains. Only UTVs can carry more than one person while an ATV’s primary use is to transport one person over rough terrain. UTVs…
Oil and gas rig work is among the most dangerous jobs
Many Texas employees work on oil and gas rigs, which happens to be one of the most dangerous types of work in the United States. Whether you’re new to the industry or have been a rig worker for many years, you no doubt understand how…
Failure to protect oilfield workers could lead to lawsuits
Three workers who suffered severe burn injuries in another state last December recently filed a civil lawsuit against an oil and gas company. Workers in the oilfields of Texas and elsewhere face serious safety risks, and oilfield accidents can cause life-altering injuries. They rely on…
Truck drivers vulnerable on and off the road
The American Trucking Association estimates the number of commercial vehicle drivers nationwide at over 3.5 million. In Texas and across the country, each one of them is at risk of being injured in road accidents. Depending on the type of cargo they haul, they could…
Oilfield accidents: Oil and gas industry most hazardous
Although the oil and gas industry in Texas has comprehensive safety programs, it remains one of the most dangerous sectors nationwide. Oilfield accidents often involve processes involving flammable chemicals, powerful equipment and high pressure. Many of these accidents result in severe injuries or even deaths.…
Do you have a slow-developing workplace injury?
Maybe you’re one of many Texas employees who have been working the same job for decades. Then again, perhaps, you’ve had several jobs over the last 10 years. If you’ve been experiencing discomfort in your joints, muscles, tendons or nerves, you might have a workplace…
Sleep deprivation raises workplace injury risks
Workers in the known hazardous industries in San Antonio and elsewhere in Texas might not realize the importance of a good night’s sleep. A lack of sleep increases their workplace injury risks. Alertness and concentration are crucial elements when it comes to reaction times in…
Oilfield accidents: Gloves can prevent serious hand injuries
According to statistics, approximately one million work-related hand injuries occur each year nationwide. Texas oilfield workers who do not wear protective gloves while cleaning risk injuries that might limit their income abilities. Employers are responsible for the safety of employees. However, the focus might be…
Oil rig workers at above average injury risks
Workers in the onshore oil drilling industry in Texas face an endless list of workplace injury hazards. The Bureau of Labor Statistics says the injury risks drilling workers have to deal with are significantly more than those faced by workers in other industries. Hazards range…
Could an employer be responsible for workplace injuries?
It is optional for employers in Texas to carry workers’ compensation insurance. However, those who do must comply with rules and regulations. Similarly, employees covered by workers’ compensation may not sue employers, except in cases of gross negligence by the employer. Employer misconduct could occur…
Struck-by and caught-in injuries cause deadly oil field accidents
Oil field workers in Texas face an endless list of occupational hazards on every shift they work. According to safety authorities, three in five fatal oil field accidents involve caught-in or struck-by hazards. Workers in the oil and gas industry risk these injuries at all…
Is your headache a sign of TBI?
When you go to work each day, you no doubt reasonably expect to carry out your duties in much the same manner as you did the previous day. While unforeseen circumstances may arise, your day-to-day Texas workplace experiences are likely somewhat usual. Whether you’re behind…
Judge urges changes to Worker’s Compensation Act after ruling
In 2012, Fabian Escobedo fell asleep at the wheel of his semi-truck. The truck veered off the road and flipped over, resulting in Escobedo’s death. Escobedo’s surviving family, his parents and sister, received compensation through Fabian’s worker’s compensation policy, but sued trucking company Mo-Vac for…
Is distracted driving the new drunk driving?
When driving is a regular part of your day to day life, it’s easy to forget you’re operating dangerous machinery each time you get behind the wheel. The average U.S. car weighs about two tons and may travel at legal speeds of up to 80…
Complaints about workplace safety must be taken seriously
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has various standards set to help combat some of the hazards that workers face. Overall, the agency’s standards are meant to hold employers accountable for the working conditions of the employees. When the regulations the agency upholds are…
You have a duty to mitigate damages after a crash
A person who is involved in a wreck may suffer from serious injuries. If the crash wasn’t their fault, they may opt to seek compensation for the damages they have. One thing to remember if you’re the injured party is that you have a duty…
A denied workers’ compensation claim is not the end of the road
When you suffer injuries in a work-related accident, you know how important it is to get financial help quickly. When you can’t work, you can’t support your Texas family and pay for things you need. This is why workers’ compensation benefits exist. The intent of…
Driverless semitrucks might come before autonomous cars
Autonomous vehicles are a fairly common topic of discussion these days. The chief operating officer (COO) of one company, Plus.ai, believes that self-driving semitrucks might actually be ready for the roads before driverless cars. These findings came late last year when one of the company’s…
What occupational dangers do oil field workers face?
A report published by The Center for Public Integrity in December 2018 highlighted how at least 1,566 oil field workers died on the job between 2008 and 2017. In case you’re wondering what resulted in their deaths, you need only to look as far as…
Texas workers’ compensation benefits for injured employees
Workers who suffer injuries don’t need to have to worry about how they’re going to pay the bills related to that accident. They also shouldn’t have to worry about how they’ll be able to cover the normal expenses if they’re unable to return to work…
Seeking damages after you’re struck by a semitruck
Victims of a semitruck crash might suffer from serious injuries. In some cases, these wrecks lead to lifelong injuries that cause the person to be unable to hold a job or do the things they enjoyed doing prior to the crash. This can make the…
Do you know your ABCs of fall protection on an oil rig?
Workers in the Texas oilfields face an endless list of safety hazards, and their employers are responsible for their safety. However, many workers take their own precautions rather than entrusting their lives in the hands of employers — many of whom prioritize profits over employee…
Are repetitive strain injuries more common among certain workers?
Repetitive strain injuries (RSIs) can be quite debilitating. They’re unlike other medical conditions. Many individuals with RSIs will remain relatively asymptomatic or experience periodic discomfort for months, if not years. The conditions gradually become chronic as the damage to their tendons, nerves and muscles worsen…
Does the size of a car impact safety?
Each year, countless individuals here in San Antonio and other parts of Texas that rush out to buy themselves new cars. A common question that they often research before doing so is whether a vehicle’s size impacts safety. Industry research shows that it does matter…
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