by eftrain331 | Jul 21, 2015 | SafeLand, Safety
Looking for SafeLand Test-Out? Click here for the test-out option page for qualified and experienced workers RIGPASS TESTING In order to successfully complete the RigPass with SafeLand endorsement, each student must complete a 100-question test and answer 80 of them... by eftrain331 | Jul 12, 2015 | Safety, Weather
As temperatures increase and summer drags on, heat stress injuries and dehydration can become more common. See also: post on cold weather illness Heat stress prevention tips: Stay physically fit and healthy Acclimation to heat can take 5 to 7 days Drink extra water... by eftrain331 | Jul 9, 2015 | SafeLand, Safety
Driving from San Antonio to the rig is statistically the most dangerous position in the South Texas oil and gas industry. There are a few particular risks to driving in South Texas oilfields that are different from driving in urban San Antonio. The RigPass program... by eftrain331 | Jul 7, 2015 | Fit Test, Safety, Train the Trainer
NO RESPIRATOR? Often the question comes up for workers who need fit testing–especially for service contractors who are going into H2S prone areas for the first time–if they need their own respirator prior to fit testing. In general, we can find no rule or guideline... by eftrain331 | Jul 6, 2015 | Safety
SAFELAND TRAINING There are a wide range of respiratory hazards that can occur in the oil and gas industry, such as harmful particles, hazardous vapors, and toxic atmospheres. The RigPass and SafeLand programs train oil and gas workers to gain an awareness level of... by eftrain331 | Jun 23, 2015 | SafeLand, Safety
RigPass training covers a myriad of topics leading to the San Antonio SafeLand certification. Wearing proper hand protection and avoiding hazards is important because a hand injury can be disabling. When a worker returns to San Antonio or other towns in South Texas to...