Fatalities – 2001

March 20, 2001 – Anadarko Petroleum Corporation

Remarks: An employee was preparing to board a helicopter during a crew change. As he neared the helicopter, he stood straight up and was struck by one of the main rotor blades. He was evacuated to the hospital, where he died.

May 18, 2001 – Shell Offshore Inc.

Remarks: Initial reports indicate that during crane operations, a load shifted and resulted in the death of a rigger. The incident is under investigation by the U.S. Coast Guard.

May 31, 2001 – Shell Deepwater Production Inc.

Remarks: Initial reports indicate that a roustabout was crushed between a watertight door and the door facing. The U.S. Coast Guard is responsible for investigating this incident.

July 31, 2001 – The William G. Helis Company

Remarks: Initial reports indicate that the well began flowing through the drill pipe and casing valve. All personnel were evacuated, except for one missing crew member. The person was still missing after two weeks and presumed dead. This incident is under investigation by MMS.

October 13, 2001 – Remington Oil and Gas Corporation

Remarks: Preliminary reports indicate that a pipe rack finger fell from the derrick, killing one employee and injuring another. This incident is under investigation by MMS.

Remarks: Preliminary reports indicate that an employee slipped and fell while nippling-up the bell nipple. The incident is under investigation by MMS.

November 21, 2001 – Chevron U.S.A., Inc.

Remarks: Preliminary reports indicate that an employee was struck by moving or falling equipment while repairing a rig water pump. This incident is under investigation by MMS.

Last Updated: 10/19/09, 11:52 AM