Safety Flash

BSEE: Heat-related Illnesses occurring offshore

IMCAInternational Marine Contractors AssociationIMCA SF 24/23

BSEE: Heat-related Illnesses occurring offshore

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Summary

This safety flash summarises BSEE reports of offshore heat-related illness, including dehydration and severe heat exhaustion. It describes fluids, rest, medical evaluation and evacuation in two cases, and explains how high temperatures and humidity can contribute to heat stress and increase workers’ injury risks.

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About This Record
Publisher
International Marine Contractors Association
Type
Safety Flash
Reference
IMCA SF 24/23
Date
16 October 2023
Topic
Heat Stress
Setting
Offshore Installation
Link
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Record
imca-sf-24-23-bsee-heat-related-illnesses-occurring-offshore · added 1 September 2026

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