There are a lot of dangers that are associated with working in the oil and gas industry. And yes, more and more women are getting involved in this industry. It’s a risky business, and we care about your safety so here are the smart measures that are put into place to avoid disasters.
Working at Heights
On oil rigs, there’s often a need for people to do work at height. Anyone who’s seen a rig will know how tall they are. And when someone needs to get up there, it has to be done very carefully to ensure that an accident doesn’t happen. This is done by making sure that workers use harnesses to prevent falls that are potentially fatal. Other personal protective equipment like hard hats and gloves help to prevent accidents when people are working at great heights. It’s the employer’s responsibility to make sure these measures are in place.
Safe Transportation of Gas + Oil
Transporting oil and gas can be very risky indeed, so it’s vital that it’s done properly and carefully. The very first part of the transportation process takes place in pipes. This is often the only type or transportation system that’s used, especially for gas. This means that the pipes need to be 100 percent secure and kept properly maintained. Using a metering station also helps to make sure that the temperature of the pipes is kept at a safe level throughout the process, and this is important.
Truck Safety Onsite
On a drilling site, there is usually lots of vehicles moving around. And when large vehicles are moving around in the same location in which lots of people are working, there can be accidents. This is actually one of the most common causes of accidents on drilling sites in the oil and gas industry. This might sound unusual, but it’s true. That’s why the best sites make sure that there are specific tracks laid for vehicles. These should be kept separate from the areas where people are working and walking.
Fire Hazards
Obviously, working with oil and gas means you’ll be working with highly flammable materials. Luckily, there are lots of precautions that are put in place to avoid fires breaking out. Firstly, gas monitors have to be used so that the levels of gas in the air don’t reach dangerous levels. Flammable gas filling the air can be very dangerous if a spark occurs. There should be emergency stops on the equipment and extinguishers on the site too. Having a procedure in place that makes it clear what people should do in the event of a fire is vital.
Handling Chemicals
If a company needs to handle chemicals as a part of their job, they need to be handled and moved around in a safe way. If this is not done, disaster could strike, and the accident could be devastating. Of course, all chemicals are different, so it’s vital that the companies know what they’re dealing with in order to stay safe. Some chemicals should only be handled by trained professionals who know what they’re doing. They also need to be stored correctly to stop them causing damage to the surrounding area.
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