Wind turbines are designed to operate reliably over their typically 20-year design life. That means a typical wind turbine may run for more than 130,000 hours over its lifespan. In addition to ...

The committee’s task statement (see Box 1-2) calls on it to identify “unique risks” to the health and safety of offshore wind farm workers as compared with those of workers in oil and gas operations ...

As the wind industry expands its reach across the nation and prepares to begin building offshore wind farms, federal agencies and contractors are focusing on improving safety for the growing industry.

We all love a good breeze through the windows on a travel day… But when that “breeze” turns into a 42 mph gust that rocks the entire rig, you start questioning your life choices. I’ve been there.

Wind-generated energy has taken the country by storm, partially because of government programs and subsidies and partly due to the pursuit of clean energy sources to reduce pollution. In fact, the ...

The renewable revolution has been a catalyst for the wind energy market during recent years, with the global wind market growing at an incredible pace. It’s estimated that over 1.1 million people work ...

Ahead of the upcoming bushfire season, concerns are mounting over the safety measures in place to protect both regional communities and key infrastructure from potential fire hazards. As the ...

While fall protection planning may be routinely considered in the wind tower industry, what role does rescue play in these plans? Many times, it isn't a fall that necessitates a rescue. Workers can ...

Equinor’s head of safety, security and sustainability Tove Lunde has been appointed as new chair of the G+ Offshore Wind Health and Safety Organisation. Lunde will steer the body’s work in areas such ...