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An important part of occupational health is how work, and the work environment can impact upon workers’ health. Having a robust health surveillance program in place to monitor this is a vital component of effective health and safety management offshore. Furthermore, according to the HSE Executive, these health checks may be required by law for […]

Although rare, when a medical emergency occurs offshore, the ability to respond quickly and effectively can mean the difference between life and death. That’s why having a robust Medical Emergency Response Plan (MERP) is critical for all offshore worksites. A MERP is a comprehensive plan which outlines the procedures, protocols, and resources needed to respond

Marine mammals such as whales, dolphins and seals, are beloved by many people around the world. They are intelligent, social and integral to our marine ecosystems. As our world becomes increasingly dependent on offshore operations, it is more important than ever to consider the impact that these activities have on our marine life. The noise

Emergency preparedness is a key element in any effective offshore medical service and in the event of an emergency, having a well-trained first aid team to support the offshore medic is essential to protect lives. EMS Assist medics take a lead role in selecting and training their first aid teams. A solid first aid team

Erika Kiemo – Environmental Consultant Erika is a valued member of our environmental team and is currently gearing up to join a project in Qatar after completing a project in Abu Dhabi. Thank you, Erika, for your continued hard work and for taking the time to give us an insight into your role! Q: So,

Robust Health and Safety management is essential for all workplaces as it concerns a company’s most important and valuable asset – its employees. All workers have a right to work in places where risks to their health and safety are properly controlled and research also shows that workers are more productive in workplaces that are committed

The oil and gas industry is a crucial contributor to the global economy and financial forecasts predict that its economic influence will continue. It is important to note that the industry is largely reliant on a core workforce who commit themselves to a unique and somewhat challenging working lifestyle. Sustained periods away from home, shift

Annique Oosthuizen – Environmental Consultant Annique is a valued member of our environmental team and is currently working with us on a seismic exploration project in South America. Annique has kindly taken some time out of her busy schedule to give us an insight into her role and life offshore as MMO and PAM Operator.

Environmental management has become a key priority for many businesses as they aim to balance profitability with the crucial need for environmental protection and social responsibility. The scale and urgency of the climate challenge cannot be ignored and companies operating within the oil and gas, marine and renewables sectors are pledging their commitments to sustainability,

We would like to thank everyone for the huge amount of support we’ve received since launching EMS Assist. We are excited to build our company and provide excellent services for our clients as well as steadfast support for our valued personnel in the field. We pledge to our customers and personnel that we will stay