BP warned over safety breaches in North Sea


Terry MacalisterTuesday May 8, 2007The Guardian
BP is facing fresh questions about its safety record after being given a series of deadlines by the Health and Safety Executive to address problems on North Sea installations that are potentially putting workers at risk.
Following a root and branch review by the company of procedures after an explosion at its Texas City refinery killed 15 people and injured 150 two years ago, the HSE has told BP it is in breach of North Sea safety laws and may face closure of some of its facilities