What Role Does Equipment Maintenance Play in Oilfield Safety?

Equipment maintenance plays a major role in oilfield safety because worn, ignored, or poorly repaired machinery can turn ordinary rig work into a life-changing accident. Oilfield equipment maintenance isn’t just something companies track to stay organized. In a lawsuit, those records can show whether a company knew equipment was unsafe...

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Common Oilfield Injuries

The oil and gas industry provides thousands of jobs in the state. However, it is also one of the most dangerous industries. On a daily basis, workers are exposed to heavy machinery, hazardous chemicals, extreme weather conditions, and demanding physical labor. If preventive actions are not taken, it could lead...

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What are the biggest threats to oilfield worker safety?

What Are the Biggest Threats to Oilfield Worker Safety?

A study conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) between 2015 and 2022 showed that 2.6% of workers (a number that equates to 2,101) who suffered severe injuries on the job during that time frame were oil and gas extraction (OGE) workers. Another set of CDC data...

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