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Article

5 Sep 2010

Author:
Terry Macalister, Guardian [UK]

US rig owner Transocean accused of compromising safety in North Sea [UK]

Transocean...has been accused of compromising safety in the North Sea by "bullying, harassment and intimidation" of its staff. The...report by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE)... says: "The company has not considered the human contribution to safety in a structured and systematic manner," and says the organisational culture is based on blame and intolerance..."with potential safety implications"...Transocean said: "The HSE report confirmed that Transocean has demonstrated a commitment to fostering an organisational culture based on trust and respect that improves our safety and performance records..." The Guardian has spoken independently to foreign oil workers, who confirm they have faced bullying, intimidation and racism. [also refers to BP]