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, the...
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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 have truck-like beds for hauling...
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 their...
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...
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,...
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 from falls and...
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 stages of well...
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 the more than 10,873 Occupational Safety and Health...
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 losing their life. The individuals...
What should I know about flash fires?
Within the oil and gas industry, the risk of a flash fire is quite high. Flash fires occur when flammable chemicals within the air suddenly ignite, which can lead to severe and potentially life-threatening injuries. While it's up to the management of an oilfield to do all they can to prevent flash...