There are many risks that come along with working in an oil field. It’s a difficult job. Accidents happen and injuries can occur at any time. Workers know that there is a level of physicality here that can sometimes lead to injury, and it’s a risk they face each day...
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Phantom limb pain after an amputation injury
When someone suffers an amputation injury, they might experience a condition often known as phantom limb pain. This is when someone has a sensation of pain in their limb, even though that limb is no longer there. This can be very distressful and confusing, and it can...
Oilfield roughnecks are at a high risk of occupational injuries
Many San Antonio residents wait a long time to find employment as a roustabout or roughneck in the oil industry. Excellent pay combined with opportunities for industry advancement attracts these workers. Unfortunately, finding work in this industry can expose you to...
What is the leading cause of oil and gas worker deaths?
Working in oil and gas can be an exciting and lucrative career decision. Engineers and other professionals may have to travel from extraction locations to refining locations as part of their work, allowing them to live in many exciting places. There are often unique...
Risk of fatigue-related traffic deaths high for oilfield workers
Texas oilfields provide high-paying jobs to people who are willing to work hard and long hours. Their schedule, however, can result in fatigue. When tired oil and gas workers get behind the wheel, their exhaustion too often leads to deadly motor vehicle crashes. The...
What concerns do oilfield workers face?
Working in the oil and gas industry could result in a rewarding career. In Texas, residents have many opportunities to take advantage of jobs in the industry. The rewards come with risks, though. Some workers may find themselves facing several risks on the job....
When space is at a premium, oil rigs become even more dangerous
Injuries are an unavoidable reality of the oil and gas industry. If you currently work in the Texas oil industry, it is essential to familiarize yourself with the risks you and your fellow employees are taking. Confined spaces Arguably the most dangerous variable that...
Hazardous jobs in an oilfield
The oil and gas industry is an important part of the Texas economy. Oilfield workers can receive impressive salaries at an early stage of employment. However, these rewards can come with a significant cost. Oil extraction involves working with heavy equipment in...
The correct shoes can help prevent oilfield injuries
For those working in Texas oilfields, good physical health is an extremely valuable asset. In order to earn their paychecks, oilfield workers must be able to apply their strength and skills throughout long workdays. An oilfield injury could make it difficult or even...
Oilfield workers must protect their hands from injury
An oilfield worker’s job depends on their ability to use their hands. Any sort of hand injury could result in a worker having to miss valuable time from the job. An extremely serious hand injury could permanently prevent an oilfield worker from being able to work at...