Oil and gas workers have some of the most dangerous jobs in thecountry. In fact, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics,about 4.2 percent of all oil and gas workers are hurt on the jobeach year. A great many of these incidents involve an oil rigaccident, suffered off-shore on the decks or in the wells of adrilling operation. To help workers become more aware of thedangers and hazards associated with their job, company usually puthelpful guide, noting common types and causes of oil fieldaccidents, so these can be avoided and prevented. There are anumber of types and kinds of oil rig injuries that can be sufferedon the job. Some are due to negligence or error on the part ofemployers or co-workers, while others are simply a hazard of theoil and gas industry. Common types of oil field accident includes:burns, brain and head injuries, exposure to toxic fumes,amputations. Some of the common causes of oil field accidents areGas leaks, High pressure in wells, Falling of objects, etc.Based onwhat you study in the course and understanding on above case studya. What are direct causes of accident and explain in details withan example related to acts and condition(2.5 marks each)
