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What Happened at the Piper Alpha Oil Platform in 1988?

November 5, 2024
2024AnswersIndustrialOn The JobOil and GasOil Rig Explosion
Even over 30 years later, the Piper Alpha oil platform disaster has much to teach. The accounts of eyewitnesses and subsequent investigations showed steps that could have prevented the accident...
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What Happened at the Alexander L Kielland Drilling Platform in 1980?

November 4, 2024
2024AnswersIndustrialOn The JobOil and GasOil Rig
Working on oil rigs is dangerous, especially when working offshore. Terrible weather, lax safety regulations, and irresponsible supervisors may lead to major disasters. The Alexander L. Kielland disaster in 1980...
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What Happened at the Seacrest Drillship Disaster in 1989?

November 3, 2024
2024AnswersIndustrialOn The JobOil and GasOil Rig
The capsize of the Seacrest drillship disaster is one of the worst oil rig accidents in history. The ship was sunk by a massive typhoon — Typhoon Gay. 91 workers were killed...
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What Happened at the Ocean Ranger Oil Rig Disaster in 1982?

November 2, 2024
2024AnswersIndustrialOn The JobOil and GasOil Rig
The search for oil off Canada's east coast experienced a boom in the 1960s and 1970s. Multiple wells existed and drilling platforms littered the area. The Ocean Ranger was determining how big...
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Glomar Java Sea Drillship Disaster of 1983: Facts and Lessons Learned

November 1, 2024
2024AnswersIndustrialOn The JobOil and GasOil Rig
The 1983 Glomar Java Sea disaster was a drillship accident that caused 81 deaths. It shows just how dangerous offshore work can be, especially when unpredictable weather strikes. This tragic...
Storms are coming on remote offshore oil and gas rigs.

What Happened at the Bohai 2 Oil Rig Disaster in 1979?

October 31, 2024
2024AnswersIndustrialOn The JobOil and GasOil Rig
The Bohai 2 oil rig disaster in 1979 was a tragic event that resulted in significant loss of life and destroyed the rig itself. High winds and rough seas overwhelmed the platform,...
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Enchova Central Platform Disaster of 1984: Causes and Consequences

October 30, 2024
2024AnswersIndustrialOn The JobOil and GasOil Rig Explosion
The Enchova Central Platform disaster in 1984 resulted in the deaths of 42 workers. A blowout caused a high-pressure gas leak, leading to a fire and explosion that devastated the platform. The...
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What Are the Dangers of an Onshore Rig?

September 15, 2024
2024AnswersIndustrialOn The JobOil Rig
Onshore rigs are dangerous places to work, but many choose this career path because of the earning potential. Workers can make high hourly rates, salaries, and bonuses in the oil...
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What Personal Protective Equipment Is Used in the Oil & Gas Industry?

September 14, 2024
2024AnswersIndustrialOn The JobEquipmentOil and Gas
Jobs in the oil and gas industry are especially dangerous. Oilfields and drilling platforms contain countless hazards that might cause minor injuries or serious harm. In fact, fatalities in the...
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Workers’ Comp Vs Personal Injury Claims in Oilfield Accidents

September 13, 2024
2024AnswersIndustrialInjuriesOn The JobPersonal Injury
Accidents at oilfields are an all-too-common experience for many workers. These dangerous worksites contain countless hazards that can do substantial damage. Improper maintenance on machines, chemical hazards, and fall risks...

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