Refinery Workers
Refinery workers in refineries are exposed to a whole host of occupational hazards. Every day, refinery workers, including those employed by outside contractors, are needlessly injured. Unfortunately, safety is not always of prime importance, no matter what the company signs say.
Once ingested or inhaled, lead is moved through the bloodstream and organs to the bones where it is stored. Lead poisoning can occur from gradual buildup in the body through repeated exposure of small amounts, or through a single high toxic exposure.
Particularly at risk of injury or toxic exposure are painters, sandblasters, welders, pipe fitters, cleanup crew, and turnaround/shutdown workers.
Refinery workers work in a dangerous environment. The nature of refinery operations is inherently dangerous but the dangers increase when companies "talk the talk" and don't "walk the walk." Some of the dangers that workers face at refineries are injuries from:
- Fires
- Explosions
- Product Leaks
- Lead Poisoning
- Silica Exposure
- Unsafe Scaffolding
- Heat Exposure
- Benzene Exposure
- Falling
- ... much more
If you have been injured or if you’ve developed an occupational illness as a result of your refinery work, seek medical attention immediately and contact a lawyer. The Ogletree Abbott Law Firm can help. Our experienced lawyers can help you quickly find a doctor that’s concerned about you. Financial strain is also a burden. We can help. Call us today at 1-800-779-4950 or contact us by email at Info@OgletreeAbbott.com and let us help you get the benefits you are entitled to as an injured refinery worker. .
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