In the drilling industry there are numerous hazards that may lead to foot injuries. Many heavy items such as pump liners, driller collar lift subs as well as chemical such as caustic and acids are present at the rig site. Workers need to wear the proper foot protection to protect their feet from injury from such hazards as:
Precautions: When addressing any hazard, the best option is to re-design or change the work environment to avoid exposure. When that is not possible, hazards can be controlled by wearing personal protective equipment like safety shoes. Where there is danger of foot injury, employers can provide appropriate protective footwear after performing a thorough hazard assessment and providing employee training. Shoes should be comfortable as well as protective.
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