MY JOB
The challenges facing the oil and gas industry don’t just affect oil and gas jobs. They affect your job and quality of life too.

The oil, gas, petrochemical and refining industry makes your job possible. Occupations not only in manufacturing and refining, but also in areas like health, hospitality, education and transportation are all linked to technologies and products made by the industry.

Think you are not part of the oil, gas, petrochemical and refining industry? Think again…

Do you ever buy a loaf of bread from the grocery? Where do you think the fuel comes from to run the farmer’s tractor? How do you think the tires for the delivery truck are made? Or the plastic bag for the bread?

Do you ever go to the hospital? Imagine an operating room without plastic gloves or disinfectant. Or, a doctor without a stethoscope or medicine.
 
Nearly every business and every job is touched by the oil, gas, petrochemical and refining industry. Whether you drive a truck, teach in a school, work in an office or design greeting cards, your quality of life is made better by this industry.

The oil, gas, petrochemical and refining industry adds tremendous value by creating direct and indirect jobs regionally and across the nation. The most imminent threat to all of us is the loss of an economic engine that supports 9 million American jobs and adds $1 trillion dollars to the U.S. economy.

How Does Oil & Gas Affect My Job as...

	...a Veterinarian? Veterinarians not only rely on many of the materials and medications produced by the oil and gas industry. Your clients are the people whose jobs are directly and indirectly impacted by the oil and gas industry.  Many of the things you use every day are produced by the oil and gas industry: Medicine Disinfectant Vitamins Surgical supplies IV bags Tubing Cell phones
	...a Teacher? As a teacher, you rely on taxes paid by business to fund renovations, remodels and expansions of your school. Most likely, your local industry funds educational programs or supplies for your students, too.  Many of the things you use every day are produced by the oil and gas industry: Ballpoint pens Eyeglasses Copiers Erasers Crayons Glue Rulers Magic markers
	...a Medical Professional? Your profession thrives on the development of new technology. Advanced monitoring and examinations are all the result of the oil and gas industry. Many of the things you use every day are produced by the oil and gas industry: Surgical tape Syringes Anesthetics Artificial limbs Bandages Antihistamines Stethoscopes Oxygen masks Hearing aids Heart valves Aspirin
	...a Banker? Your business relies heavily on the abundance of customers. Who will borrow money from your bank if thousands of jobs are lost in your community? Who will apply for home loans if they can't afford to pay the note?  Many of the things you use every day are produced by the oil and gas industry: Copiers Calculators Telephones Computers Ink Office furniture
	...a Football Coach? Your team's school benefits tremendously from the presence of business in your community. Funding may not be available for a football program if it weren't for the taxes paid by business. Many of the things you use every day are produced by the oil and gas industry: Footballs Artificial turf Shoulder pads Helmets Deodorant Water bottles
	...a Mom? You benefit from the oil and gas industry every day. Products from the industry keep you and your children safe and healthy. Everyday tasks are made easier. Many of the things you use every day are produced by the oil and gas industry: Cosmetics Microwave dishes Utensils Milk jugs Egg cartons Knitting needles/yarn Pacifiers Rattles Stuffed animals Credit cards Disposable diapers Food packaging Puzzles Oil paints Roller skates Baby blankets Bibs
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	The policies being proposed and implemented today will take decades to undo. That is why it is critical to act TODAY!