Offshore workers have significantly more workplace risk than those who work in land-based professions. Not only do their jobs often involve the use of heavy machinery and possibly dangerous chemicals, but the location where they perform their job creates a constant...
Offshore oil and gas production occurs in some of the most unforgiving environments on Earth. The workers who brave these conditions to keep our lights on and cars running face numerous daily hazards. What are some of the dangers these workers face to provide us with...
Work on boats, oil rigs and other water vessels is inherently dangerous work. Research shows that there is one relatively simple preventative measure that these workers can take to decrease their chances of suffering an on-the-job injury: Using personal protective...
No one goes into offshore oil work without understanding that there are certain risks involved in their career path. Oil workers, especially offshore staff, can often command better wages because of the risks that come with their line of work. Working in offshore oil...
The hazardous work on oil rigs is not limited to the more popular news items as explosions and fires. The number of moving parts on an oil rig makes this dynamic workplace an incredibly perilous space. Oil rig workers need to understand their risk areas during this...
