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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...

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,...

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...

The Mumbai High North platform disaster in 2005 resulted in the deaths of 22 workers and left many others injured. A fire broke out after a support vessel collided with the platform,...

Mental health in the oil and gas industry is an increasing concern. As mental health becomes better understood across all industries, oilfield and drilling platform workers learn more about their...

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...

Oilfield jobs are dangerous for many reasons. There are countless hazards on the job site, the risk of inexperienced coworkers, and some companies that prioritize profit over employee safety. Accidents...

The Permian Basin is a busy area for oil workers and companies, which means that the risk of serious injuries is rather high. Depending on the circumstances, injuries on an...

Working in the oilfield industry is a dangerous profession. This is true whether you work on a land rig or at sea on an offshore rig. Many hazards are the...