There was a deadly rig accident near Ovhor Oilfield, Delta State, Nigeria on August 15, 2023. According to reports, the drill rig MAJESTIC was being transported to a new location when it capsized with 96 crew members on board. It is believed at least six crew...
Year: 2023
How Offshore Wind Farms Can Impact Worker Safety
Introduction The expansion of offshore wind farms is a key component of the global shift towards renewable energy. While these developments are beneficial for the environment, they also introduce unique challenges and potential hazards that can impact worker safety....
The Dangers of Heat Stress in the Oilfield: Ensuring Worker Safety
Heat stress is a significant hazard in the oilfield, where workers are often exposed to high temperatures and physically demanding tasks. Prolonged exposure to heat can lead to severe health issues, including heat exhaustion, heat stroke, and other heat-related...
Deadly Garbage Truck Accident in Houston, Texas
There was a deadly accident involving a garbage truck in Houston, Texas on August 15, 2023. According to police reports, in the early hours this morning, a garbage truck struck a 47-year-old female who was in a parking lot. The incident occurred at 5610 Gessner...
Deadly Boating Accident in Atlantic City, New Jersey
There was a deadly boating accident in Atlantic City, New Jersey on August 12, 2023. According to reports, a woman was struck by a boat while swimming in the Intracoastal Waterway. It is believed she was swimming near a floating dock located at a residence when the...
Deadly Boating Accident on Lake Travis
There was a deadly boating accident in Austin, Texas on August 13, 2023. According to reports, there was a crash between a jet ski and a boat on Lake Travis near Point Venture. At least one person was killed, and an additional five people sustained injuries. Our...
Deadly Boating Accident on Lake Austin in Austin, Texas
There was a deadly boating accident in Austin, Texas on August 13, 2023. According to reports, a boat ran aground in Lake Austin on Sunday night. It is believed the boat went over a wake from another boat before losing control and running into the bank. At least...
Lawsuit Filed After Rear-End 18-Wheeler Crash on Interstate 20 in Texas Construction Zone
A personal injury lawsuit has been filed in Harris County, Texas, after a serious collision involving a commercial truck allegedly left a driver with significant injuries. The petition alleges that the crash occurred on October 20, 2021, when the Plaintiff was...
BSEE Report Issued Following Incident on Equinor Platform
The Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) has released its investigation report following a May 10, 2023 incident on the Mississippi Canyon (MC) 941, Platform A (Titan). The platform is owned and operated by Equinor USA E&P Inc. During the...
Boat Fire in Braintree, Massachusetts
There was a boating accident in Braintree, Massachusetts on August 12, 2023. According to reports, a boat caught fire at the Metropolitan Yacht Club on Saturday afternoon. The boat was at the club's fueling dock when the fire broke out. Ten people were on board when...

