Hand and finger injuries are prevalent in the oil and gas industry, resulting in significant human and economic costs. Understanding the underlying causes and contributing factors of these injuries is crucial for their prevention and mitigation. This paper explores the use of human factors analysis and classification systems in comprehending hand and finger injuries in the oil and gas industry. It highlights the key elements of a comprehensive human factors approach, examines the major factors contributing to hand and finger injuries, and presents a classification system for analyzing and categorizing these injuries. By integrating human factors principles into safety management systems, Company can effectively identify and address the root causes of hand and finger injuries, leading to improved safety performance and reduced occupational hazards.

Keywords:
injury, safety risk management, human computer interaction, operational safety, upstream oil & gas, asia government, company, supervisor, procedure, injury prevention
Subjects:
HSSE & Social Responsibility Management, Health, Safety, Information Management and Systems, HSSE management systems, Ergonomics, Human factors (engineering and behavioral aspects), Operational safety, Safety risk management, Knowledge management
Copyright 2023, Society of Petroleum Engineers DOI 10.2118/216463-MS
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