Episode 95 – The Driller Newscast Climate Change Impacts Groundwater, Geothermal, & Groundhogs The Driller Staff February 5, 2024 No Comments Drillers help fight climate change with their rigs. Through investigation, the installation of new wells for water extraction and injection, along with harnessing geothermal.Read More
Solids Control 101 for Groundwater, Geothermal Drilling Moving from Pit to Pan to Mechanical Solids Control Dave Bowers January 5, 2024 No Comments Are you still using a pit for solids control? Solids control equipment may be worth the investment.Read More
Matrix Design Group Releases AI-Powered Collision Avoidance Mining Safety System Raises Pedestrian, Vehicle Awareness The Driller Staff December 27, 2023 No Comments Tech provider says system provides alerts if pedestrians, other hazards get in path of mobile equipment.Read More
Wyo-Ben Honored by Montana for Workplace Safety Company Recognized for Dedication to Safe Operations The Driller Staff December 21, 2023 No Comments Bentonite product manufacturer receives prestigious Montana State Fund Workplace Safety Honoree award.Read More
BLS Worker Fatality Numbers Climb in Construction Slips, Trips and Falls Make Up 40% of Deaths in Category The Driller Staff December 20, 2023 No Comments Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries shows return to pre-pandemic levels in construction, extraction deaths.Read More
Pyramex Winter Work Wear PPE Collection Company Offers Personal Protective Equipment for All Weather The Driller Staff December 12, 2023 No Comments Company says it designs personal protective equipment, hi-vis gear for all weather conditions.Read More
OSHA Makes Switch to Safety Helmets for Employees Agency Also Urges Employers to Shift Away from Hard Hats The Driller Staff December 11, 2023 No Comments Agency also urges employers in construction-related industries to shift away from traditional hard hats.Read More
Emerging Drillers Geotech and Environmental Drilling: ‘Just Try Something Different’ The Driller Staff December 4, 2023 No Comments Driller Joey Kingsbury has become an advocate for both drilling as a line of work and for safety.Read More
Magid TRX883 Level 3 Impact Resistant Glove Glove Meets ANSI/ISEA 138 Safety Benchmark The Driller Staff November 30, 2023 No Comments Company says glove’s design allows it to remain comfortable while meeting ANSI/ISEA safety benchmark.Read More
OSHA, Industry Groups Reach Agreement on Crane Safety NCCCO, NCCCO Foundation, OSHA Alliance to Protect Operators November 29, 2023 No Comments OSHA, National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators, NCCCO Foundation form alliance to protect crane operators.Read More