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New Weight Limits for Offshore Workers Spark Job Concerns

11/7/2025

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The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) has introduced a new weight limit policy for offshore workers to address safety concerns regarding rescue winches.
Since 2008, the average weight of offshore workers has risen by nearly 10kg.
Phil Perry, an offshore worker, raised concerns about potential job losses and stressed the importance of personal responsibility in weight management.
Health and safety manager Graham Skinner noted that while the policy aims to improve safety, it may result in job losses, though he is hopeful most workers will comply by the November 2024 deadline.

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The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) has introduced a new weight limit policy for offshore workers to address safety concerns regarding rescue winches.
Since 2008, the average weight of offshore workers has risen by nearly 10kg.
Phil Perry, an offshore worker, raised concerns about potential job losses and stressed the importance of personal responsibility in weight management.
Health and safety manager Graham Skinner noted that while the policy aims to improve safety, it may result in job losses, though he is hopeful most workers will comply by the November 2024 deadline.