Transrortation Techniques Safety Considerations for the Oil and Gas Pipeline Industry

摘要

Safety in the oil and gas transportation industry has always been a concern. However, it hasn't always been made a priority — and the industry has dealt with the consequences, including a high death rate. According to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health Division of Safety Research, there were 7.6 deaths per 100,000 workers in the oil and gas extraction industry due to motor vehicle accidents — the highest rate among any industry group except for the transportation and warehousing sector. Contributing factors to oil and gas fleet accidents, among others, include: Lack of field awareness including navigation in remote areas, complacency in observing safety practices, operator fatigue, excessive speed, weather conditions (particularly seasonal weather considerations in Canada and the northern United States) and equipment maintenance.