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Home » Authors » Rick Pedley

Articles by Rick Pedley

a coastal petroleum storage facility

The Hidden Hazards of Tank Batteries

How to detect and prevent gas exposure before it turns deadly
Rick Pedley
May 11, 2026

Tank batteries in oil and gas fields, like the Permian and Uinta Basins, pose silent risks from trapped gases that can build up during routine tasks. 


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a construction crew working in winter weather

A Proactive Approach to Managing Cold Stress

Rick Pedley
January 13, 2026

While diligent employers prepare for obvious winter threats, it’s the overlooked risks that often cause the most severe consequences.


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fall safety harness

How to Conduct a Harness Safety Drill

A systematic inspection detects, prevents equipment failures
Rick Pedley
October 14, 2025

A refresher on the essentials of inspecting fall safety harnesses to help ensure you and your team go home safely at the end of the day.


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warehouse safety

The Hidden Cost of Efficiency

Overlooked warehouse safety hazards and how to address them
Rick Pedley
September 24, 2025

Here are five common warehouse hazards to watch for, along with best practices on how to prevent them.


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man working in the hot sun

Heat’s Hidden Cost: What You Need to Know About Cooling PPE

Rick Pedley
July 18, 2025

Mitigating heat stress requires more than hydration and job rotation.


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man inspecting filter

Decoding Dust: How to Identify and Mitigate Hazards Related to Explosions

Rick Pedley
June 20, 2025

Dust explosions don’t just damage equipment — they injure workers, destroy facilities, and cost lives.


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gas detection

How to Customize Gas Detectors for Optimal Safety in the Oil and Gas Industry

Rick Pedley
May 19, 2025

Each day, oil and gas workers face a gauntlet of life-threatening hazards that demand constant vigilance.


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worker entering a confined space

A Guide to OSHA Compliance and Worker Safety in Confined Spaces

Rick Pedley
April 17, 2025

Despite its critical nature, many may not fully understand the extensive OSHA guidelines governing confined space work.


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smart safety glasses

Smart PPE and AI-Driven Trends: What Do They Mean for Workplace Safety?

Rick Pedley
March 3, 2025

Let’s explore technology trends and how they can create advancements in PPE to help improve worker safety and well-being.


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gas monitoring

How to Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning in Worksites

Rick Pedley
February 13, 2025

As temperatures drop, the increased use of equipment and heating systems heightens the risk of carbon monoxide buildup.


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