Oil Field Accidents

Los campos de petróleo y gas están llenos de riesgos para la vida y la integridad física. Los trabajadores deben estar alerta ante una serie de amenazas que incluyen caídas, accidentes de transporte, electrocución, incendios y explosiones, así como la exposición a productos químicos tóxicos. En...

The oil and gas industry plays a vital role in the economy of Texas, providing employment opportunities for thousands of workers. However, the nature of this industry comes with inherent risks, as employees are exposed to hazardous environments and potentially dangerous situations on a daily...

Oil rig workers face dangers on each shift. Their employers have a duty to ensure the environment is as safe as possible.  Understanding some of the more common hazards these workers face can help these hardworking individuals to remain a bit safer while they’re doing their job duties.  Chemical...

The oil industry can provide a lucrative career, but it isn’t for the faint of heart. Oilfield workers are exposed to dangerous environments and increased health risks. Still, with proper training and experience, oil field workers can find high-paying jobs. In an effort to understand the dangers...

Among the most serious dangers that oil field workers face is exposure to hydrogen sulfide (H2S). In addition to being highly flammable, it can also be toxic. H2S is a naturally occurring gas. It can build up in places like sewers, manure pits, utility holes and oil and gas wells. That means it...

Perforating guns are among the potentially most dangerous pieces of equipment used by those who drill wells. Using the guns to punch holes in the casing that lines the wellbore is among the last steps in the process – and the most important one.  Because these guns have high energy charges, it’s...

The oil industry provides steady employment for people across the state of Texas. It’s a global business and the opportunities are almost limitless. However, oil workers do face a number of hazards in the field, particularly from toxic gasses. Outlined below are some of the more common dangerous...

People who work on oil rigs and in oil fields face all kinds of risks. Among those are heat-related illnesses like heat stress. The Texas summer heat can be particularly brutal on anyone who does physical labor outdoors. Basically, heat stress occurs when it’s so hot that a person can’t maintain a...

People who work in the oil field have very physically demanding jobs. These come with serious risks. It’s up to the employers to ensure their workers have the safety equipment and guidelines they need. There’s no room for a lax approach to safety.  There are several hazards that are common in this...

There are a lot of potential hazards when you work in an oilfield. You have to work with heavy machinery, which could malfunction or break. You have to work around other employees who could make mistakes. It can be a very physically demanding job, which just increases your odds of suffering an...