Petroleum Industry FAQ Blogs & Posts

Oil rigs require all kinds of skilled workers to operate safely and efficiently. From entry-level positions to senior management, each role plays an important part in the oil rig’s safety...

According to Drilling Contractor.org, the United States has 645 active land-based oil rigs and 38 offshore oil rigs in operation. Most of those ocean oil rigs are operating in the...

Natural gas is one of the most widely used fuel sources in the United States, powering appliances and heating homes, businesses, and water. While it's generally safe when used correctly,...

Crude oil is one of the most important natural resources in modern history, powering global economies while raising environmental concerns. This fossil fuel, often called "black gold," has transformed transportation,...

Oil rig work is extremely dangerous. You work around dangerous chemicals, flammable substances, and hazardous conditions. The risk of slipping and falling is high, which could lead to catastrophic harm....

Even over 30 years later, the Piper Alpha oil platform disaster has much to teach. The accounts of eyewitnesses and subsequent investigations showed steps that could have prevented the accident...

Working on oil rigs is dangerous, especially when working offshore. Terrible weather, lax safety regulations, and irresponsible supervisors may lead to major disasters. The Alexander L. Kielland disaster in 1980...

The capsize of the Seacrest drillship disaster is one of the worst oil rig accidents in history. The ship was sunk by a massive typhoon — Typhoon Gay. 91 workers were killed...

The search for oil off Canada's east coast experienced a boom in the 1960s and 1970s. Multiple wells existed and drilling platforms littered the area. The Ocean Ranger was determining how big...