Big Dog Timeline Highlights OSHA Penalties and Probe
In Sept 2004 the Upton County Sheriff’s Office probed a Big Dog drilling site death ruled as electrocution. On March 4, 2005 OSHA levied 100,500 dollars in penalties for a fatally shocked employee after contact with an energized trailer frame. Big Dog contests the findings and talks with OSHA are set, with an independent commission possible if no agreement is reached.
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OSHA hits Big Dog Drilling with 70000 dollar proposed penalty
OSHA proposes a 70000 dollar fine for willful violations linked to the death of an oilfield worker. The agency also seeks 30500 dollars in penalties for serious violations tied to electrical code gaps.
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Rabe questions cable burial depth amid site deaths
Rabe says the buried depth of the cable near the Geronimo site is unclear and disputes OSHA standards cited. He blames general duty standards, not specific burial depths, and says the electrical firm and Impulse Electric bear responsibility for code adherence while Hall’s autopsy indicates cocaine use prior to the accident.
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OSHA probes Jan 8 death of Big Dog worker in Texas
Autopsy on Odessan Brian Harrison of Big Dog rig shows undetermined cause though scene suggests low voltage electrocution. Upton County Justice of the Peace Kent Powell cites death certificate as nonpublic. OSHA has prior had fines against Big Dog for improperly maintained air hoist and workplace hazards.
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Ector County Student Incident Leads to Hearing in April
An Ector County incident involving three students led a teacher to note difficulty supervising many pupils. A female student reported the December indecency incident, prompting action. Mitchell said the awareness to report is higher among students and a boy faces an April 14 hearing on the indecency charge.
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Police probe armed robbery pattern in Odessa night spree
Odessa detectives link a single white male about 6 feet tall to three robberies on West County Road and at 7-Eleven, Kent Kwik, each showing a knife and demanding cash with undisclosed sums. No injuries reported. fingerprints being checked and tips welcomed via police or CrimeStoppers.
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N. West County Road
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Sixth
West County
Jackson's accuser testifies with graphic details in trial
In Santa Maria, Michael Jackson faced a stark day as his accuser described alleged molestation with explicit remarks and acts. The judge warned of jail as Jackson arrived late in pajamas, while Mesereau challenged the credibility of the testimony amid a tense cross examination. The boy said he once saw Jackson as his best friend but felt rejected later.
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