Working on an oil rig not only affects your family and social life, but can also prove to be extremely dangerous. You don't have to look any further than the recent Deepwater Horizon incident to gauge the danger to human life - 11 workers were killed and a further 16 were injured. Despite this, many people are attracted to the offshore industry due to the lucrative salaries and benefits offered. However, this decision shouldn't be taken lightly and those considering a job in the oil industry must understand the dangers involved in taking a job offshore.
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