Inspection 347371312 OPENED MAR 25, 2024Closed
2.9 Miles South East Rig 598, Pyote, TX 79777 · Drilling Oil and Gas Wells · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
No citations from this inspection.
Precision Drilling has 29 OSHA inspections on record in Texas, the first in 1980.
OSHA's last visit started on Mar 25, 2024 as a planned inspection, in Pyote.
Across those inspections OSHA issued 39 citation items: 11 serious, 1 repeat and 27 other-than-serious.
OSHA proposed $189,763 in penalties. After settlements and reviews the total is $120,932, down 36%.
Most often, OSHA cited 1910.305, electrical wiring methods (10 items).
For context, across all mining and oil and gas employers the median penalty per cited inspection since 2015 is $2,866. Precision Drilling averages $6,272 over 9 cited inspections in that time.
2 inspections on this page followed a fatal incident.
It reported 5 severe injuries to OSHA since 2015.
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Inspection 347198509 OPENED JAN 5, 2024Closed
Blaze M9 503mh 31.62650n 102.12364w, Midland, TX 79702 · Drilling Oil and Gas Wells · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1 29 CFR 1910.28(c)(3) · Fall protection in general industry |
Other-than-serious | $13,828 | $13,828 | Jun 26, 2024 | Final |
Inspection 346372188 OPENED NOV 30, 2022Closed
14.2 Miles Direction From Pyote, Pyote, TX 79777 · Drilling Oil and Gas Wells · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
No citations from this inspection.
Inspection 345930150 OPENED APR 27, 2022Closed
Precision Rig #553 Hunter B Well 2604h 2.3 Miles E Direction From Pyote, Pyote, TX 79777 · Drilling Oil and Gas Wells · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1) · Electrical equipment, general requirements |
Other-than-serious | $8,806 | $6,000 | Jun 22, 2022 | Final |
| Citation 2, item 1 29 CFR 1910.151(c) · First aid and eyewash |
Other-than-serious | $989 | $500 | Jun 22, 2022 | Final |
| Citation 2, item 2 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(2) · Electrical equipment, general requirements |
Other-than-serious | $989 | $500 | Jun 22, 2022 | Final |
| Citation 2, item 3 29 CFR 1910.334(a)(2)(i) · Using electrical equipment |
Other-than-serious | $989 | $500 | Jun 22, 2022 | Final |
Inspection 345252100 OPENED APR 8, 2021Closed
Iguana Unit 6a15, Well 15h, Pecos, TX 79772 · Drilling Oil and Gas Wells · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1 29 CFR 1910.134(f)(2) · Respiratory protection |
Other-than-serious | $7,802 | $5,000 | Sep 27, 2021 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 2 29 CFR 1910.304(g)(5) · Grounding and circuit protection |
Other-than-serious | $7,802 | $5,000 | Sep 27, 2021 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 3 29 CFR 1910.1200(h)(3)(iii) · Hazard communication |
Other-than-serious | $7,802 | $5,000 | Sep 27, 2021 | Final |
Inspection 344401617 OPENED OCT 22, 2019Closed
Presicion Rig 609, Kodiak 7677 2u 3.28 Mi. Nw Of Lindsay, Pecos, TX 79772 · Drilling Oil and Gas Wells · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
No citations from this inspection.
Inspection 344401773 OPENED OCT 22, 2019Closed
Grizzly North 7673, Rig 592 3.25 Mi. Nw From Lindsey, Pecos, TX 79772 · Drilling Oil and Gas Wells · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
No citations from this inspection.
Inspection 344261722 OPENED AUG 20, 2019Closed
Baba Looey C2-30-19 Wb3; Well 803h 25 Miles Nw Direction From Ft. Stockton, Fort Stockton, TX 79735 · Drilling Oil and Gas Wells · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1b 29 CFR 1910.1200(h)(3)(ii) · Hazard communication |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $1,000 | Jan 31, 2020 | Final |
21 older inspections
Inspection 343819587 OPENED FEB 28, 2019Closed
Calamity Jane West, Rig #584 9.8 Mi. Se Of Pecos, Pecos, TX 79772 · Drilling Oil and Gas Wells · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
No citations from this inspection.
Inspection 343804902 OPENED FEB 22, 2019Closed
Jambers Ranch Rd 28?35'12.0"n 98?23'32.4"w, Tilden, TX 78072 · Oil and Gas Extraction · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
Incident on Feb 20, 2019: Employee catches fingers with door and amputates several fin
At 12:30 p.m. on February 20, 2019, an employee was working a lift frame clamp door loose while it was bound. The employee loosened the door and caught his fingers with the door, amputating several fingertips. The employee was hospitalized.
No citations from this inspection.
Inspection 343113569 OPENED APR 17, 2018Closed
Grizzly Bear 7780 6u; Rig 2.78 Mi. Nw From Town, Pecos, TX 79772 · Drilling Oil and Gas Wells · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1a 29 CFR 1910.215(a)(4) · Grinders and abrasive wheels |
Other-than-serious | $3,298 | $3,298 | Oct 2, 2018 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 1b 29 CFR 1910.215(b)(9) · Grinders and abrasive wheels |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Oct 2, 2018 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 2 29 CFR 1910.305(g)(1)(iv)(c) · Electrical wiring methods |
Other-than-serious | $3,299 | $3,299 | Oct 2, 2018 | Final |
| Citation 2, item 1 29 CFR 1910.305(g)(2)(iii) · Electrical wiring methods |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Oct 2, 2018 | Final |
Inspection 342782315 OPENED NOV 14, 2017Closed
War Admiral 24 Lease, Well 1h, 5.66 Miles Nw From Lindsay,, Pecos, TX 79772 · Drilling Oil and Gas Wells · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1 29 CFR 1910.305(g)(2)(iii) · Electrical wiring methods |
Other-than-serious | $1,036 | $622 | Mar 6, 2018 | Final |
Inspection 342367786 OPENED JUN 1, 2017Closed
28.36333 -99.91611, Carrizo Springs, TX 78834 · Drilling Oil and Gas Wells · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
Incident on May 6, 2017: Employee amputates right ring finger
At 8:30 a.m. on May 6, 2017, an employee was working to attach a winch line onto a hoist while the hoist was being operated. The hoist operator maneuvered the equipment too quickly and the employee's right ring finger became caught in a damaged identification tag. The finger was amputated, resulting in the employee being hospitalized for treatment.
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1 29 CFR 1910.181(g)(1) · Derricks |
Other-than-serious | $8,873 | $10,000 | Oct 5, 2017 | Final |
Inspection 341866093 OPENED OCT 19, 2016Closed
Precision Drilling Rig #596, 8.8 Mi. Se Of Pecos Tycoon G Unit Lease, Well 1201h, Pecos, TX 79772 · Drilling Oil and Gas Wells · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1 29 CFR 1910.305(b)(1)(ii) · Electrical wiring methods |
Other-than-serious | $950 | $950 | Feb 9, 2017 | Final |
Inspection 341866242 OPENED OCT 19, 2016Closed
Tycoon G Unit Lease, Well 1252h, Precision Drilling Rig #608, 8.8 Miles Se Of Pecos., Pecos, TX 79772 · Drilling Oil and Gas Wells · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1 29 CFR 1910.134(g)(1)(i)(a) · Respiratory protection |
Other-than-serious | $950 | $950 | Feb 9, 2017 | Final |
Inspection 341453801 OPENED MAY 3, 2016Closed
Rig 601sure Shot 951 It, Pecos, TX 79772 · Drilling Oil and Gas Wells · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
No citations from this inspection.
Inspection 341117497 OPENED DEC 7, 2015Closed
Rig #590, 6.8 Miles Sw Direction From Pecos, Tx Well 1h, Pecos, TX 79772 · Drilling Oil and Gas Wells · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
No citations from this inspection.
Inspection 340563501 OPENED APR 15, 2015Closed
Cameron Ranch Rd., Fowlerton, TX 78021 · Oil and Gas Extraction · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
No citations from this inspection.
Inspection 340532068 OPENED APR 9, 2015Closed
Well 3906wb Trailland A Unit, Midland, TX 79701 · Drilling Oil and Gas Wells · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
No citations from this inspection.
Inspection 339877540 OPENED JUL 29, 2014Closed
Rig #597, Winghead 56-2-29, 55-2 Lease, Well #1h, 1.3 Miles Se Of Orla, Orla, TX 79770 · Drilling Oil and Gas Wells · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(8)(iii) · Electrical equipment, general requirements |
Other-than-serious | $850 | $510 | Sep 5, 2014 | Final |
Inspection 339607194 OPENED FEB 27, 2014Closed
12.7 Miles Southeast Of Mentone, Greer-mcginley #4h, Rig 593, Barstow, TX 79719 · Drilling Oil and Gas Wells · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1 29 CFR 1910.151(c) · First aid and eyewash |
Other-than-serious | $3,740 | $3,740 | Aug 5, 2014 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 2 29 CFR 1910.219(c)(2)(i) · Belts, pulleys and power-transmission parts |
Other-than-serious | $3,740 | $1,000 | Aug 5, 2014 | Final |
Inspection 339606568 OPENED FEB 26, 2014Closed
Red Willow A Lease, Well #8701h, Precision Drilling Company, Lp Rig 553, 24.9 Miles Sw Of Pecos, Tx, Pecos, TX 79772 · Drilling Oil and Gas Wells · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1 29 CFR 1910.22(b)(1) · General requirements |
Other-than-serious | $2,805 | $2,805 | Jul 24, 2014 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 2a 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1) · Electrical equipment, general requirements |
Serious | $3,740 | $3,740 | Jul 24, 2014 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 2b 29 CFR 1910.305(g)(2)(iii) · Electrical wiring methods |
Serious | $4,675 | $0 | Jul 24, 2014 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 3 29 CFR 1910.305(a)(2)(xi) · Electrical wiring methods |
Other-than-serious | $3,740 | $2,800 | Jul 24, 2014 | Final |
Inspection 339555328 OPENED JAN 19, 2014Closed
Gps31.58103/101.86090, Rankin, TX 79778 · Drilling Oil and Gas Wells · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
Incident on Jan 18, 2014 (fatal): Employee is crushed by oil derrick and killed
At 3:00 p.m. on January 18, 2014, an employee was performing a rig up operation of the substructure (derrick tower). The employee used a 12 pound sledge hammer to remove the 8 inch x 3 inch diameter pin from the left crown support bracket and when the pin was removed the right crown support bracket failed. The middle section of the derrick dropped approximately 16 inches crushing employee to death. The employee was caught between the truck bed and derrick and killed. derrick and killed.
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1 29 CFR 1910.304(g)(5) · Grounding and circuit protection |
Other-than-serious | $3,000 | $3,000 | Jul 17, 2014 | Final |
Inspection 338910003 OPENED FEB 14, 2013Closed
6.9 Miles East Of Fort Stockton, Fort Stockton, TX 79735 · Drilling Oil and Gas Wells · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1 29 CFR 1910.305(g)(1)(iv)(b) · Electrical wiring methods |
Serious | $3,300 | $1,980 | May 16, 2013 | Final |
Inspection 334539947 OPENED MAY 31, 2012Closed
Rig 506, Bridge City, TX 77611 · Drilling Oil and Gas Wells · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
Incident on May 30, 2012 (fatal): Employee suffers a heart attack and falls down the stairs an
On May 30, 2012, an employee was cleaning mud off the deck of the drilling platform. A coworker witnessed the employee going into what is called the dog house (break room) and getting water. Then he was seen exiting the dog house and heading towards the stairs. Another employee saw the employee tumbling down the staircase. The employees began immediate CPR and 911 was called. The employee was pronounced dead at the hospital.
No citations from this inspection.
Inspection 316277755 OPENED FEB 22, 2012Closed
1225 Crosby-dayton Road, Crosby, TX 77492 · Drilling Oil and Gas Wells · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
No citations from this inspection.
Inspection 315557397 OPENED NOV 15, 2011Closed
Monroe 34-195, Phantom Field, Well #1h, Rig #553, 18 Miles Ne Of Pecos, TX 79772 · Drilling Oil and Gas Wells · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1 29 CFR 1910.157(c)(4) · Portable fire extinguishers |
Serious | $3,300 | $2,500 | Feb 15, 2012 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 2 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1) · Electrical equipment, general requirements |
Other-than-serious | $5,500 | $4,500 | Feb 15, 2012 | Closed |
| Citation 2, item 1 29 CFR 1910.176(b) · Material storage and aisles |
Repeat | $22,000 | $18,700 | Feb 15, 2012 | Closed |
| Citation 2, item 2 29 CFR 1910.305(g)(2)(iii) · Electrical wiring methods |
Other-than-serious | $38,500 | $5,000 | Feb 15, 2012 | Closed |
Inspection 315116046 OPENED APR 4, 2011Closed
Rig 10, Sugg-a-142nh, Big Lake, TX 76932 · Drilling Oil and Gas Wells · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1 29 CFR 1910.176(b) · Material storage and aisles |
Serious | $3,300 | $2,310 | Aug 29, 2011 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 2 29 CFR 1910.304(g)(5) · Grounding and circuit protection |
Serious | $6,600 | $4,620 | Aug 29, 2011 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 5 29 CFR 1910.305(a)(2)(xi) · Electrical wiring methods |
Serious | $7,000 | $7,000 | Aug 29, 2011 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 6 29 CFR 1910.305(g)(2)(iii) · Electrical wiring methods |
Serious | $6,000 | $0 | Aug 29, 2011 | Closed |
Inspection 16219859 OPENED MAR 3, 1980Closed
Off Fm 2805 5 Mi N Of Glencove, Glencove, TX 76843 · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1 OSH Act Section 5(a)(1) · General Duty Clause |
Serious | $240 | $150 | Mar 21, 1980 | Contested |
| Citation 1, item 2 OSH Act Section 5(a)(1) · General Duty Clause |
Serious | $120 | $50 | Mar 21, 1980 | Contested |
| Citation 1, item 3 OSH Act Section 5(a)(1) · General Duty Clause |
Serious | $200 | $80 | Mar 21, 1980 | Contested |
| Citation 2, item 1 29 CFR 1904.2(a) · Partial exemption for establishments in certain industries |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Mar 21, 1980 | Closed |
| Citation 2, item 2 29 CFR 1903.2(a)(1) · Posting of notice; availability of the Act, regulations and applicable standards |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Mar 21, 1980 | Closed |
Severe injury reports
Employers must report any work-related amputation, in-patient hospitalization or loss of an eye to OSHA within 24 hours. 5 reports on file.
Feb 18, 2023, Pyote: Hospitalization · concussions · brain
An employee was assisting in pulling a dryer shaker into position when the tow chain broke and a link from the chain struck the back of his head and knocked him unconscious. The employee sustained a concussion.
Feb 20, 2019, Tilden: Hospitalization, amputation · amputations · finger(s), fingernail(s), n.e.c.
An employee was preparing to nipple down a blowout preventer. The fingers on his left hand were caught between a metal door and the latch; the middle and ring fingers were amputated at the first joint.
May 6, 2017, Carrizo Springs: Hospitalization, amputation · amputations · finger(s), fingernail(s), n.e.c.
An employee was attempting to attach a winch line onto a chute. As the line was being hoisted, the hook assembly amputated his right ring finger to the first knuckle.
Sep 17, 2015, Pecos: Hospitalization · poisoning, toxic, noxious, or allergenic effect, unspecified · finger(s), fingernail(s), unspecified
An employee was bitten by a rattle snake on the right index finger.
Jul 21, 2015, Orla: Hospitalization · fractures · chest, except internal location of diseases or disorders
On or about 19 July 2015, at approximately 1600 hours, an employee of Precision Drilling was lowering a roof over the mud tanks area during rigging down procedures. The roof fell on top of him, fracturing his ribs. He was hospitalized.
The rules behind these citations
Current text from the Code of Federal Regulations. Some citations were issued under older wording.
29 CFR 1903.2 · Posting of notice; availability of the Act, regulations and applicable standards
29 CFR 1903.2(a)(1)
(a)(1) Each employer shall post and keep posted a notice or notices, to be furnished by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor, informing employees of the protections and obligations provided for in the Act, and that for assistance and information, including copies of the Act and of specific safety and health standards, employees should contact the employer or the nearest office of the Department of Labor. Such notice or notices shall be posted by the employer in each establishment in a conspicuous place or places where notices to employees are customarily posted. Each employer shall take steps to insure that such notices are not altered, defaced, or covered by other material.
29 CFR 1904.2 · Partial exemption for establishments in certain industries
29 CFR 1910.1200 · Hazard communication
29 CFR 1910.1200(h)(3)(ii)
(ii) The physical, health, simple asphyxiation, combustible dust, and pyrophoric gas hazards, as well as hazards not otherwise classified, of the chemicals in the work area;
29 CFR 1910.1200(h)(3)(iii)
(iii) The measures employees can take to protect themselves from these hazards, including specific procedures the employer has implemented to protect employees from exposure to hazardous chemicals, such as appropriate work practices, emergency procedures, and personal protective equipment to be used; and,
29 CFR 1910.134 · Respiratory protection
29 CFR 1910.151 · First aid and eyewash
29 CFR 1910.157 · Portable fire extinguishers
29 CFR 1910.176 · Material storage and aisles
29 CFR 1910.181 · Derricks
29 CFR 1910.215 · Grinders and abrasive wheels
29 CFR 1910.219 · Belts, pulleys and power-transmission parts
29 CFR 1910.22 · General requirements
29 CFR 1910.28 · Fall protection in general industry
29 CFR 1910.303 · Electrical equipment, general requirements
29 CFR 1910.304 · Grounding and circuit protection
29 CFR 1910.305 · Electrical wiring methods
29 CFR 1910.334 · Using electrical equipment
OSH Act Section 5 · General Duty Clause
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Source: U.S. Department of Labor, OSHA enforcement data. A citation is OSHA's allegation; employers can contest it, and the status column shows where each item stands. Something wrong on this page? Tell us.