Crane operations are the lifeblood of an offshore deck. From loading food containers to moving drill pipes, lifting happens 24/7. However, a dropped object is one of the most lethal incidents that can occur on a rig. Safety doesn't start with the crane operator; it starts with the rigging hardware....
The Hidden Costs of Deferred Maintenance
Introduction In an era of fluctuating oil prices, the pressure to cut Operational Expenditure (OPEX) is immense. Asset managers are constantly asked to "do more with less." A common, yet dangerous, tactic to meet budget targets is Deferred Maintenance—postponing necessary repairs or upgrades to a future budget cycle. On a...

