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Jul 26, 2024

Oil fields: Exposure to industrial chemicals can be dangerous

Oil field workers have dangerous jobs because of the nature of both their work and their working environments. One of the hazards that they commonly face involves coming into contact with harmful chemicals as they execute their job duties. The potential dangers of these chemicals…

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Oct 03, 2023

Safety tips for oil field workers

Working within an oil field operation is a physically demanding and potentially hazardous occupation. Safety is of paramount importance in this environment as preventing accidents and protecting the well-being of all workers matters above all else. However, a commitment to safety does not mean that…

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Oct 02, 2023

El impacto a largo plazo de las lesiones en los campos petroleros

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.…

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Jun 02, 2023

Injuries that commonly affect oil and gas workers

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…

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May 16, 2023

Common hazards for oil rig workers

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…

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Nov 09, 2022

2 leading causes of Oilfield worker fatalities

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…

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Sep 23, 2022

The dangers of hydrogen sulfide for oil field workers

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…

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Aug 25, 2022

Perforating gun accidents can have multiple causes

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…

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Aug 19, 2022

The dangers of toxic gasses in the oil industry

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…

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May 10, 2022

Oil field/rig workers and the risk of heat-related illnesses

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…

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Feb 23, 2022

Common oil field hazards

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…

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Feb 14, 2022

Have you suffered burn injuries in an oilfield job?

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…

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Aug 30, 2021

What are the top life-threatening injuries fracking workers face?

If you work the hydraulic fracturing field, more commonly known as “fracking,” then it’s unlikely that you need anyone to tell you how dangerous this oil and gas work is. Many workers in this industry spend their days using heavy equipment or inserting giant drills…

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Jun 10, 2021

Can working in a Texas oil field make you sick?

It is safe to say that most oil and gas workers are aware of the many accident and injury risks associated with their occupations. Unfortunately, not many people understand that such jobs may also pose a risk of developing occupational illnesses. What are some illnesses…

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Jan 25, 2021

Injuries that place Texas oil workers at risk

Whether you’ve been working in the Texas oil industry for more than a decade or have recently begun a new career in this field, you undoubtedly know that such work can be both grueling and exhausting. It’s not uncommon to put in 12-hour shifts on…

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Jan 15, 2021

Stress and injuries par for the course in the oil fields

Oil field workers in Texas who do not receive sufficient safety training and proper personal protective equipment are at risk of suffering severe injuries or worse. Although most oil field accidents are preventable, violations of safety standards often lead to oil field accidents. Oil drilling…

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Dec 02, 2020

Oilfield safety risks higher than other manufacturing industries

Unique safety hazards are linked to the Texas oil and gas industry, and it will likely always be a dangerous occupation. However, the relationship between the oil industry and safety authorities has improved over recent years. Regardless, employees’ safety will always depend on the employer’s…

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Nov 23, 2020

Routine hazards in oil and gas industry could be deadly

Some of the typical hazards in industries like construction are also present in the oil fields of Texas. Some such dangers cause alarming rates of on-the-job injuries on drill sites. However, several of the risks are unique to the oil and gas extraction industry. Caught-between,…

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Nov 17, 2020

Fires and explosions pose high burn injury risks in oil fields

Oil field workers in Texas face an endless list of injury risks. Some of the most significant safety concerns in this industry involve fires and explosions, causing burn injuries. An essential part of prevention is proper flame-resistant clothing. The types of burn injuries vary, and…

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Nov 12, 2020

Oilfield workers exposed to carcinogens and explosive gases

There is no doubt that Texas workers in the oil and gas industry put their lives on the line every day. Some say oilfield workers do not do it for the love of the job, but instead for the love of money. Regardless, they have…

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Oct 30, 2020

Drivers face tough risks in the oil fields

From 2003 through 2008, about 650 workers’ lives ended in oil fields in Texas and across the country. One-third of those deaths resulted from vehicle driving accidents. That is significantly higher than driver deaths in any other industry. Working in the oil and gas industry…

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Sep 28, 2020

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,…

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Sep 24, 2020

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…

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Sep 08, 2020

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…

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Aug 31, 2020

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.…

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Aug 20, 2020

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…

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Aug 11, 2020

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…

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Jul 22, 2020

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…

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May 22, 2020

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…

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Apr 10, 2020

What are some occupational dangers that oil and gas workers face?

There are many professions out there that are inherently dangerous. Oil and gas extraction jobs are two of the more notable ones. There are many different hazards that workers in this industry have to contend with if they want to keep from getting hurt or…

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