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Offshore Workers Turn to Weight-Loss Jabs Amid New Helicopter Rules
New industry regulations prohibiting offshore workers weighing over 19 pounds 7 ounces from flying to platforms have prompted affected staff to adopt weight-loss medications. The rule change marks a shift from previous safety equipment adjustments made to accommodate larger workers.
Referenced News Coverage (3 sources)
- Overweight offshore workers turn to weight loss jabs to avoid losing their jobs under new rules (The Independent UK)
- Overweight offshore workers could lose job under new rules, industry body warns (The Independent UK)
- Offshore workers turn to weight-loss jabs to meet helicopter weight rules (BBC News)