I worked oilfield when I was younger. Not a lot of OSHA oversight at most locations. I always had to remind myself that just because I could handle 12+ hours in extreme temperatures, didn’t mean the guys working for me could. So I always had to keep an eye on everyone, making sure they were drinking water, eating pickles, taking breaks. Heat can creep up on you and once it puts you down, you’re done for the day (possibly longer)
That being said, the amount of shit I caught from company-men for taking care of my guys was insane. My crew and I walked off a few jobs due to safety issues. People shouldn’t have to choose income over safety.
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u/EnchantedMoth3 26d ago
I worked oilfield when I was younger. Not a lot of OSHA oversight at most locations. I always had to remind myself that just because I could handle 12+ hours in extreme temperatures, didn’t mean the guys working for me could. So I always had to keep an eye on everyone, making sure they were drinking water, eating pickles, taking breaks. Heat can creep up on you and once it puts you down, you’re done for the day (possibly longer)
That being said, the amount of shit I caught from company-men for taking care of my guys was insane. My crew and I walked off a few jobs due to safety issues. People shouldn’t have to choose income over safety.