Among the industries at risk for health and safety hazards, the oil industry is one of the most susceptible. Oil and gas workers are consistently exposed to hazards such as confined spaces, motor vehicle accidents, slips, trips, and falls, and especially, fires and explosions. When workers succumb to such hazards,…
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Oil and gas operations are commonly found in remote locations far from company headquarters. Now, it's possible to monitor pump operations, collate and analyze seismic data, and track employees around the world from almost anywhere. Whether employees are in the office or in the field, the internet and related applications enable a greater multidirectional flow of information – and control – than ever before.