Oil Rig Accidents

How Do Offshore Oil Rigs Work?

Offshore oil rigs are an important part of Houston’s energy industry. They are used to extract oil and gas from under the ocean floor. While most people know what oil rigs are, many have questions about how they actually work. Here’s what you need to know.  What Is An Offshore Oil Rig? An offshore oil… read more

What You Should Know About Underwater and Hyperbaric Welding

Underwater and hyperbaric welding are some of the most dangerous jobs in the maritime industry. These types of welding are used to repair ships, oil rigs, and underwater pipelines. Even though the work is important, it comes with very high risks. Welders must deal with heavy equipment, strong water pressure, and many other hazards. Read… read more

5 Reasons Oilfield Work Is So Dangerous

Texas leads the nation in the productivity of its oil and gas industry. It operates nearly half of the oil rigs in the United States. Altogether, the Texas oil industry employs over 300,000 workers.  The oil and gas industry tends to pay better than most blue-collar work. Nevertheless, according to the Centers for Disease Control… read more

What Are the Dangers of Working on an Oil Rig in Houston, TX?

Oil rigs are like small cities in the middle of the ocean. These large structures, which often rise hundreds of feet above the water, are full of heavy machinery, flammable materials, and workers laboring long hours in challenging conditions. Even so, working on oil rigs appeals to many people due to the potential for high… read more

Largest Oil Rig Explosions in U.S. and Texas History 

The Gulf of Mexico has the most offshore oil rigs in the world. Texas has the most drilling rigs in the country, with 371 drilling rigs. New Mexico is next with 108 drilling rigs. With the large number of oil rigs, it is unsurprising that oil rig explosions and fires are common in Texas. The… read more