U.S. Agency Seeks Comments on Helidecks on Fixed Offshore Facilities

An advance notice of proposed rulemaking from the Bureau of Safety and Environment (BSEE) seeks to improve safety for operations related to helicopters and helidecks on fixed offshore facilities. The BSEE invites comments on whether to incorporate in its regulations industry standards for design, construction and maintenance of helidecks, as well as standards for aviation fuel storage and handling. The BSEE also wants information on accidents and incidents involving helidecks, helicopters or fuel on or near platforms. Comments on the proposal are due November 24.