We all use oil one way or another, but have we ever really thought about the hazards oil extraction workers face to provide the resources we need for almost every facet of our lives? Working with oil is a dangerous job, presenting significant challenges that can lead to major injuries and illnesses for employees....

Oil extraction workers face significant on-the-job hazards, including explosions and fires. However, one major health hazard is often overlooked - the effects of smoke inhalation after an oil field fire. Smoke inhalation can lead to both traumatic external and internal injuries as well as longer-term illnesses that cause disabilities. The treatment for smoke inhalation...

Refining the oil that our country so desperately needs for everyday products is an intensive process. Unfortunately, significant hazards can occur at oil refineries in Texas. Some of the hazards may seem fairly obvious, such as fire, explosion, and chemical risks. However, other hazards, such as hearing and vision loss, respiratory injuries, and more,...

A fire or an explosion. Threats from chemicals in the air or on surfaces. Unimaginable noise inside of confined working places and exposure to heat. Fall risks. These are just some of the hazards oil field employees and contractors face daily. Here, we’ll discuss some of the most common oil field safety violations that...

Strict safety standards are essential for the oil and gas industry. Regulated at the federal and state levels, oil and gas extraction companies understand they have significant obligations concerning the protection of their employees and the general public. Here, we want to review crucial oil and gas safety equipment that typically should be available...