by eftrain331 | Nov 8, 2016 | SafeLand
EARS ARE SENSITIVE Our ears are sensitive tools that detect vibrations in the air known as noise. Sometimes this noise is important, especially when hearing instructions, enjoying some music, or visiting with our families. Danger comes from noise levels that... by eftrain331 | Nov 7, 2016 | SafeLand, Safety
The oilfield is characterized by long days but also has long nights. Many workers prefer the nights tour for many reasons such as that it is cooler and quieter than days. If you want to learn more about nights in the oilfield, then grab a hot cup of joe and read on.... by eftrain331 | Oct 27, 2016 | SafeLand, Safety, Weather
Cold weather illnesses can be both life threatening and permanently disabling. Hypothermia is an illness where the body’s core temperature drops. Frostbite is where the cold causes circulation to slow or stop. SafeLand training should inform workers of both of these... by eftrain331 | Jun 16, 2016 | Confined Space, HAZCOM, SafeLand
Alright gentlemen, let’s talk about some of the OSHA requirements for that brake cleaner you’ve all been carrying around in your cab. As a driver or field worker, you probably believe that OSHA compliance will not play a part in anything you carry in your cab–and I... by eftrain331 | Apr 11, 2016 | Frac
There is perhaps no industrial technique that has brought more prosperity to the United Sates in recent years than the use of hydraulic fracturing. A decade ago the country was importing a net of 13 million barrels per day of oil and products. Today that number is... by eftrain331 | Apr 8, 2016 | SafeLand
There is one corner of the American oil patch where there are only three major operators and all three have distinctly different cultures. One of those was “work hard, play hard,” another was “find the best answer,” and the third was something along the lines of “no... by eftrain331 | Mar 31, 2016 | Uncategorized
If you’ve been working in the oilfields for any length of time, you’ve probably gotten used to the struggle of finding good food in the field. Each field is different so maybe you’re used to gas station food, stopping off at the Whataburger if you’re very lucky, and... by eftrain331 | Mar 25, 2016 | SafeLand
RESERVE PIT The reserve pit is where drilling fluids (mud) is held. On most modern rigs, the reserve pit receives annular returns from the solids control equipment (shale shaker). Only clean mud and some cuttings should be making it into the reserve pit. The reserve... by eftrain331 | Mar 17, 2016 | Career
Known job boards in the oil and gas industry are presented below without warranty and in no particular order. If you have a suggestion for a helpful job board to add, please list it in the comments. Industry Boards https://www.energyjobline.com/... by eftrain331 | Mar 16, 2016 | Career
The other day we had an eager tradesman wander into our office looking to learn about how to break into the oil and gas industry. The first warning of note was that it’s not a good time to jump into the industry because the prices are so low. This doesn’t mean that it...