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OIL AND GAS EXTRACTION

'Fracking' and worker safety

U.S. oil boom is in full swing, as are questions about hazards
November 23, 2014
Tom Musick
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Technological advances have led to a steep increase in hydraulic fracturing, or “fracking,” in the oil and gas industry. As fracking ramps up, questions have arisen about what is being done to protect workers from both short- and long-term hazards.


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Recordkeeping

OSHA announced several revisions to the injury and illness recordkeeping rule. What are those changes?
October 27, 2014
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A final rule from OSHA updating its recordkeeping requirements is intended to spark a conversation between the agency and employers. What are the new requirements, and who is affected? (Part one of a two-part article)
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Basics of rigging safety

October 27, 2014
Rigging – when workers prepare equipment to be lifted by cranes, hoists or other material-handling machinery – is a common work process on shipyard and construction sites, among others. Performing rigging operations safely is critical.
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New OSHA reporting requirements

OSHA wants final rule to spark a dialogue with employers on preventing injuries
October 26, 2014
Kyle W. Morrison
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OSHA is pursuing two new rules that would change employer reporting requirements as part of an effort to get better and more up-to-date data. Learn what is being proposed, and what some key stakeholders think about the rules.
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