Randy Moyer was born on July 20, 1963, and raised in Portage, Pennsylvania. He grew up in a close-knit community where outdoor activities like hunting and fishing were common. Moyer started working at the age of 13 and eventually became a long-haul truck driver, a profession he pursued for 18 years. He drove across the East Coast, covering over 3 million miles, and owned two tractor-trailers. Moyer's pride and joy is his son, with whom he shares a deep bond, engaging in various activities like fishing and riding a go-kart. Despite the challenges of the trucking industry, Moyer valued the opportunity to travel and meet people. After fuel prices rose, Moyer transitioned to working in the fracking industry, specifically as a water hauler for Curry Supply. This job exposed him to hazardous conditions that significantly impacted his health. Moyer experienced severe physical ailments from his exposure to fracking chemicals, leading to ongoing medical issues and a struggle for worker's compensation. 

Scope and Content Note
The interview with Randy Moyer, conducted by Michael and Carrie Kline on December 18, 2012, provides an in-depth account of Moyer's life and work experiences. Moyer discusses his upbringing in Portage, Pennsylvania, and his early involvement in outdoor activities. He reflects on his career as a long-haul truck driver, detailing the extensive travel, the mechanics of trucking, and the challenges posed by rising fuel costs, which ultimately led him to the fracking industry. Moyer's narrative shifts to his experiences in the fracking industry, where he worked as a water hauler. He describes the hazardous conditions, including cleaning containment tanks without proper protective gear, which led to severe health issues. Moyer elaborates on the physical symptoms he developed, such as rashes, swelling, and respiratory problems, and his ongoing struggle to receive adequate medical care and worker's compensation. He also touches on the broader environmental and health impacts of fracking, expressing concerns about the industry's destructive nature. Throughout the interview, Moyer emphasizes his close relationship with his son and their shared activities, his strong faith, and his efforts to educate himself about the health impacts of fracking. His account provides a personal perspective on the occupational hazards faced by workers in the fracking industry and the challenges of navigating the healthcare system in search of effective treatment for work-related illnesses.