The strict measures at Den Helder Airport, which started during the peak of corona, have contributed to the fact that the number of people infected with corona on offshore platforms has remained minimal.
The approach worked, the government body for the mining industry notes in its annual report: 'A temporary extension of working hours has been allowed on the platforms to limit the risk of contamination. This made it possible to work three weeks on and three weeks off, instead of the usual two weeks'.
Low heat
In 2020, much less energy was drilled than in other years. For the drilling activities that did continue, the companies had to demonstrate that they could safely stop in time if necessary due to corona.
The regulators made fewer visits to platforms last year. The inspections that did take place included rigs from Den Helder-based companies such as NAM and Wintershall. Various samples were also taken. At Wintershall, State Supervision saw clear improvements compared to previous years.
https://www.noordhollandsdagblad.nl/cnt/dmf20210811_39095652
11-08-2021
