Trench cave-ins remain a lethal hazard on construction sites, with 250 workers losing their lives over the past decade due to preventable collapses. Despite clear regulations, many employers continue to neglect safety protocols, often resulting in tragic consequences.
In this article, Sammy Hager explores the increasing threat of wildfire smoke in the Pacific Northwest, highlighting the EPA and OSHA guidelines, health risks, and practical strategies for drillers and construction workers to stay safe.
California's new indoor heat illness prevention regulations raise important questions about whether the state's outdoor heat rules should also be strengthened, especially for high-risk industries like drilling and construction.
Wildfires across Oregon, Washington, and Idaho are severely impacting air quality, presenting significant safety challenges for outdoor laborers, particularly in the drilling industry, where adhering to OSHA guidelines is critical for protecting workers' health.
A year of record-breaking global temperatures underscores the critical need for drilling companies to adopt comprehensive heat safety measures to protect their workers.