THERE can be fewer workplaces which could be deemed to be as high risk in terms of health and safety than working on an oil rig. Thankfully, due to the stringent regulations in place and the expertise of the companies who are involved in the industry, major catastrophes are few and far between.
Working aboard oil rigs requires great attention to all aspects of safety including reducing risk for employees. This work environment is a mixture of a construction site and chemical plant rolled into one – with all the hazards associated with these workplaces and more. Read the rest of this entry »