The Utah Petroleum Association (UPA) continues to strengthen its partnership with Uintah Basin Technical College (UBTech) to advance workforce development with a clear and consistent focus on safety. UBTech’s Oil & Gas training programs — including well control certification and safety-focused coursework tailored to employer needs — play a critical role in ensuring both new hires and experienced employees understand that safety is embedded in every operational task across our industry.

This quarter, UPA is proud to spotlight a customized Oil & Gas Refresher Course initiated by UPA’s Upstream Safety Committee and spearheaded by Jake Stone of Greylock. Developed in collaboration with UBTech and basin producers, the course is designed to reinforce safety awareness, operational accountability and adherence to industry standards, ensuring employees at all levels remain vigilant, informed and prepared. By grounding real-world operations in consistent safety principles, this program strengthens jobsite confidence, reduces risk and exemplifies how education and industry collaboration directly support a safer, more resilient energy workforce.