The Danger of Distractions for Equipment Operators Driving or Drilling, Distractions Make Us Lose Focus Dave Bowers July 20, 2022 No Comments Whether you’re driving or drilling, Cooper’s code tells us multitasking makes us less safe.Read More
HazCom and Drill Crews: Developing an Employer Program Tips to Make Sense of Labeling, SDSs and Training for Toxic Substances Dave Bowers June 10, 2022 No Comments Resources can help employers with labeling, SDSs, training and other critical parts of hazard communication.Read More
HazCom and Drill Crews: Chemical Exposure Limits When Must Employers Take Steps to Protect Workers? Dave Bowers May 16, 2022 No Comments Know the recommended exposure limits (RELs) for the toxic substances your crews may encounter on the job.Read More
HazCom and Drill Crews: What is Toxicity? A Discussion of Hazard Communication for Drilling Companies Dave Bowers April 11, 2022 No Comments Talk of chemical hazards with your company’s workforce starts by understanding the basics of toxicology.Read More
‘Don’t Put Your Hand There’: Pinch Point Tips for Drillers Discussing Job Safety, Risk Mitigation for Pinch, Nip Points Dave Bowers March 18, 2022 No Comments Newbies, experienced drillers alike can use a reminder on lockout/tagout, paying attention to potential risks.Read More
Drilling’s Tough Reputation, Injuries and Opioids Supporting Coworkers, Crews with Vigilance, Wellness Checks Dave Bowers February 14, 2022 No Comments Vigilance, wellness checks can help drillers, construction workers support each other through aches, injury.Read More
Safety Factors for Multipurpose Drilling Rigs Articulated Masts Add Flexibility, Specific Risks to Mitigate Dave Bowers January 14, 2022 No Comments Articulated masts add flexibility required for micropiles, tiebacks, but come with specific risks to mitigate.Read More
What Components Go into a Health, Safety Program? A Good Program Doesn’t have to be Complex Dave Bowers December 17, 2021 No Comments Launching a program? It doesn’t have to be complex, but it does have to be thorough and well-communicated.Read More
What Does the Future Hold for Drilling, Construction Equipment? Manufacturers, Like Ford and Tesla, have Electric Opportunities Dave Bowers November 22, 2021 No Comments Electric drill rigs could have huge advantages in efficiency, torque carbon footprint and — from a noise standpoint — safety.Read More
How Can We Make Drill Training More Effective? Start by Understanding the Four Main Learning Styles Dave Bowers October 15, 2021 No Comments Preparation, teaching to different learning styles can help trainers boost retention.Read More