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Oil Industry Asks Trump Administration to Kill Heat Safety Rule

Last updated: May 31, 2025 11:15 am
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The oil and gas industry is pushing the Trump administration to eliminate a proposed rule that would protect workers from extreme heat, citing concerns about hindering the president’s goal of achieving “energy dominance.” This opposition comes at a time when workers in the U.S. oil and gas fields are facing increasingly hazardous conditions due to rising global temperatures caused by climate pollution. The industry ranks among the leading workplaces for heat-related deaths and injuries.

The American Petroleum Institute, along with other industry groups, has urged the Occupational Safety and Health Administration to scrap the regulation, which was introduced during the tenure of former President Joe Biden. The rule mandates that employers provide water and rest breaks when temperatures exceed 80 degrees. These protections were developed last year in response to record-high global temperatures.

Heat-related incidents have claimed the lives of 137 workers in the U.S. since 2017, with thousands more hospitalized, according to analysis of OSHA data. While construction and agriculture workers are most affected, those working in oil and gas extraction and support services also face risks. The fossil fuel industry contributes to 4 percent of heat-related deaths and nearly 7 percent of worker hospitalizations in the country.

Extreme temperatures can lead to kidney damage, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke, with strenuous activities exacerbating the dangers. The ongoing trend of record-breaking temperatures suggests a potentially deadly summer ahead, fueled by climate change resulting from fossil fuel combustion.

The proposed heat rule, which outlines requirements such as water and rest breaks and training on heat illness symptoms, is currently under review by the Trump administration. The industry argues that the rule imposes unnecessary burdens and limits innovation, advocating for more flexibility in implementing heat protection measures.

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Despite opposition from various industries, the oil and gas sector’s influence on the Trump administration could weigh heavily on the fate of the heat rule. As policymakers deliberate on the rule’s future, the potential risks to workers across different sectors remain a pressing concern.

The Union of Concerned Scientists emphasizes the broader implications of the fossil fuel industry’s actions, attributing not only heat-related deaths but also climate change impacts to its practices. Advocates stress the need for comprehensive measures to protect workers and address the industry’s contribution to environmental challenges.

As discussions continue on the fate of OSHA’s heat rule, the welfare of workers remains a critical issue that demands attention and action. The integration of effective heat protection measures is essential to safeguarding workers and mitigating the risks associated with extreme temperatures in various industries.

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