Five major causes of death in the oil and gas extraction and refinery industry.

Oil and gas well drilling and servicing activities involve many different types of equipment and materials. Recognizing and controlling hazards is critical to preventing injuries and deaths. Several of these hazards are highlighted below. See Standards and Enforcement for more information on evaluation and control requirements.

Vehicle Collisions
Struck-By/ Caught-In/ Caught-Between
Explosions and Fires
Falls
Confined Spaces
Ergonomic Hazards
High Pressure Lines and Equipment
Electrical and Other Hazardous Energy
Machine Hazards
Planning and Prevention