OEUK has published a policy introducing a 124 kg clothed weight limit for offshore workers on UK installations, developed with industry partners to address safety concerns raised by Search and Rescue operators and offshore duty holders. The policy explains how the limit will be applied through OEUK medical assessments, mobilisation processes, and heliport check-in controls, with a phased rollout beginning in November 2026, and is supported by an Explanatory Note offering timelines, mitigation measures, and guidance for employers and medical professionals.
Source: OEUK.