There was a deadly accident at an oilfield site near New Town, North Dakota on January 5, 2023. According to reports, a worker fell into a pit at a Nabors Industries oil rig. Other workers attempted to rescue the victim from the pit but were unsuccessful. The...
Oilfield Accidents
Protecting Vision: Navigating the Risks of Eye Injuries in the Oilfield
In the demanding and hazardous environment of oilfield operations, eye injuries emerge as a significant concern, underscoring the need for stringent safety protocols and protective measures. The nature of oilfield work, involving exposure to chemicals, flying debris,...
Cold Stress: Navigating the Overlooked Danger in Cold-Weather Oil Operations
While the oil and gas industry is well-versed in the hazards associated with high temperatures, there exists an equally formidable but often overlooked challenge: cold stress. Workers in cold-weather oil operations face unique risks that can severely impact their...
Oil Rig Explosion in Bakersfield, California
There was an accident at an oil rig in Bakersfield, California on December 2, 2022. According to reports, a worker was shutting in an abandoned oil rig. During the work, there was an explosion which injured the worker. The worker was thrown from the rig as a result...
Deadly Oilfield Accident near Malaga, New Mexico
There was a deadly accident at an oilfield site near Malaga, New Mexico on November 28, 2022. According to reports, one worker was killed and one was severely injured at a site near U.S. Highway 285 and Pulley Road in Eddy County. The two men were working at the...
Two Workers Killed in Wellsite Explosion
There was a deadly accident at an oilfield well site in Alberta, Canada on November 12, 2022. According to reports, there was an explosion at a drilling rig site operated by Tamarack Valley Energy. The two victims are believed to have been contractors at the site. ...
The Lifeline of Safety: The Critical Importance of Personal Protective Equipment in Oilfields
In the demanding and hazardous world of oilfield operations, where the risks range from physical injuries to exposure to harmful substances, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) stands as the first line of defense for workers. The importance of PPE in ensuring the...
Large Fire on Oil Platform in Adams County, Colorado
A large fire broke out on an oil platform in Adams County, Colorado on October 11, 2022. According to reports, the fire at the drilling rig site produced large amounts of smoke. The cause of the fire remains under investigation. Unfortunately, incidents like this...
Deadly Oilfield Accident in McClain County, Oklahoma
There was a deadly accident at an oilfield in McClain County, Oklahoma on October 9, 2022. According to reports, 89 Energy was preparing to set up a drilling rig site. A cement silo was being placed at the location when it struck a worker, killing him. It is...
Worker Killed in Oilfield Accident in Chickasha, Oklahoma
There was a deadly accident at an oil well site in Chickasha, Oklahoma on October 6, 2022. According to reports, a worker was killed while operating a drilling rig. Pipe was being pulled out of the hole when it struck the worker in the face, killing him. The victim...