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Offshore constructions and vessels can be potentially hazardous places to work and live. For many, the idea of being out at sea may be quite romantic, carrying connotations of freedom and peace, away from the rest of the world for months at a time. For others, it may seem extremely difficult, being trapped miles from solid earth and familiar comforts.
Whichever category people fit into, one thing is a common concern for all: safety. It may seem like an obvious statement, but when people are based at sea for long stretches of time, they need to feel safe and secure in their temporary home. Whilst extreme accidents are rare, the danger is always looming, and preparations should be made to ensure that the crew of a rig or vessel are kept as safe as possible.
Safety is not just something practical, but also adds to the comfort and emotional wellbeing of everyone aboard. A heavy presence of blast doors and watertight doors will make everyone feel safe, ensuring that the crew can see their workplace is well-prepared in case of fire or flood, and this will improve the way they feel about being there.
In the unlikely event of a fire, blast doors and watertight doors will reduce the spread of flames, or water, throughout the construction or vessel, giving the crew extra time to search for associates or to escape. Blast doors and watertight doors, then, can obviously save lives on a practical level, but if crewmembers can see them, and know that they are of a good standard, meeting the required fire safety regulations criteria, then they will be able to carry out their tasks in a more relaxed, secure atmosphere, which will be conducive to their work and comfort during their time aboard.
