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Trench Fatalities a Stark Safety Reminder

Drilling, Construction Workers Deserve Adequate Trench Safety Measures
Jeremy Verdusco
Jeremy Verdusco
July 29, 2022
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The Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently announced that 22 workers died in trench-related deaths in the first six months of 2022, easily topping 15 for all of 2021.


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The Danger of Distractions for Equipment Operators

Driving or Drilling, Distractions Make Us Lose Focus
Dave Bowers
Dave Bowers
July 20, 2022
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Whether you’re driving or drilling, Cooper’s code tells us multitasking makes us less safe.


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The Driller Newscast episode 18: The State of Water Wells, plus Near Misses on the Jobsite
Episode 18 – The Driller Newscast

The State of Water Wells, plus Near Misses on the Jobsite

National Driller staff
The Driller Staff
July 5, 2022
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In episode 18, we get an industry update from the Water Systems Council and talk about tracking near misses.


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HazCom and Drill Crews: Developing an Employer Program

Tips to Make Sense of Labeling, SDSs and Training for Toxic Substances
Dave Bowers
Dave Bowers
June 10, 2022
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Resources can help employers with labeling, SDSs, training and other critical parts of hazard communication.


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HazCom and Drill Crews: Chemical Exposure Limits

When Must Employers Take Steps to Protect Workers?
Dave Bowers
Dave Bowers
May 16, 2022
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Know the recommended exposure limits (RELs) for the toxic substances your crews may encounter on the job.


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The Driller Newscast episode 11: Trench Fatalities in the News, Plus Tips for Hand Safety
Episode 11 – The Driller Newscast

Trench Fatalities in the News, Plus Tips for Hand Safety

May 16, 2022
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In episode 11, anchor Brock Yordy puts the focus on trench-related fatalities in the construction industry.
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The Driller Newscast episode 7: OSHA, MSHA Fatalities in Construction and Drilling
Episode 7 – The Driller Newscast

OSHA, MSHA Fatalities in Construction and Drilling

April 18, 2022
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In episode 7, the host talks OSHA and MSHA fatalities so far in 2022, then interviews driller Jake Fletcher.


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Dave Bowers

HazCom and Drill Crews: What is Toxicity?

A Discussion of Hazard Communication for Drilling Companies
Dave Bowers
Dave Bowers
April 11, 2022
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Talk of chemical hazards with your company’s workforce starts by understanding the basics of toxicology.


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The Driller Newscast episode 6: Global Water Disputes, Plus Driller Hearing Safety
Episode 6 – The Driller Newscast

Global Water Disputes, Plus Driller Hearing Safety

April 11, 2022
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In episode 6, we cover international water disputes and their parallels to the U.S., plus hearing safety for drillers.


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Ask Brock video series

What is the Most Dangerous Part of Drilling a Well?

April 7, 2022
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On episode 156 of Ask Brock, the host discusses the most dangerous aspect of operating a drilling rig: driving.


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