A year of record-breaking global temperatures underscores the critical need for drilling companies to adopt comprehensive heat safety measures to protect their workers.
OSHA's proposed federal rule mandates protections for workers in extreme heat, requiring employers to implement safety measures, including breaks, shade, and water.
The wet-bulb effect could very well be the most concerning aspect of climate change in America currently. In this article, we share how this unsettling trend could have damaging effects on drillers and other outdoor workers nationwide.
The National Drilling Association (NDA) urges flexibility in OSHA's proposed heat stress rule, currently under White House review, highlighting the need for adaptable safety measures in the drilling industry.