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Fine Issued After ‘Terrifying’ Incident on Rig Saw Workers Lowered Into Water
- On December 10, 2020, three men descended in a lift on Ithaca Energy's FPF-1 North Sea platform during a night shift when water flooded the lift shaft.
- The lift shaft flooded during efforts to remove standing water due to malfunctioning equipment and improper procedural steps, while the absence of water detection alarms prevented the control room from being alerted.
- The men felt a sudden rush of air and found themselves knee-deep in water as the lift shaft began to flood; they halted the lift by activating the emergency stop and were able to safely return to the main deck without sustaining injuries.
- Investigations showed water marks reached just under 1.5 meters, with Ithaca's internal review estimating more than three meters, making escape difficult without immediate action.
- Ithaca Energy admitted to safety violations and was fined £300,000 following a court hearing in Aberdeen on June 12, 2021; the case was described as a strong reminder of the importance of strict safety compliance in offshore operations.
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