68 – Weather Exposure

23 February 2015

To Wear or Not to Wear a Hard Hat

To Wear or Not to Wear a Hard Hat The human brain relies on the skull to protect it from damage.  But in spite this protection,
23 February 2015

Hard Hat Warnings and Precautions

Hard Hat Warnings and Precautions Never alter or modify the hard hat shell or suspension. This can drastically reduce the amount of protection provided. Drilling holes
23 February 2015

Taking Care of Your Hard Hat

Taking Care of Your Hard Hat The hard hat is one of the oldest, most widely used, and most important pieces of personal protective equipment (PPE)
23 February 2015

Hand Protection

Hand Protection Almost all jobs require use of the hands.  Driving, typing, building, and even reading a book involves the hands.  Hands are often the most
23 February 2015

Foot Protection

Foot Protection In the drilling industry there are numerous hazards that may lead to foot injuries.  Many heavy items such as pump liners, driller collar lift
23 February 2015

Work Clothes as Protective Equipment

Work Clothes as Protective Equipment Every workplace has hazards, ranging from the possibility of fire or explosion, exposure to toxic chemicals, to being scratched or scraped
23 February 2015

Face Protection

Face Protection The eyes and face are subject to injury from many kinds of hazards in all types of industries. Cuts, burns, rashes, blindness and scarring
20 February 2015

Safety while Making Hole

Safety while Making Hole Be sure rig floor is covered with slip-resistant material and is as clean as possible at all times. Clear the floor of all
20 February 2015

Safety while Tripping Pipe

Safety while Tripping Pipe The highest incidence of accidents occurs around the rotary table when workers are making a trip. The reason for this is worker