Impact of Covid-19 Pandemic on the Health and Well-Being of Offshore Oil-Workers in Nigeria

This study aims to assess the causes and transmission dynamics of COVID-19 among offshore workers, considering factors such as interpersonal interactions, overcrowding, workplace conditions, emotional resilience, preventive measures, and training initiatives. It also explores the associations between demographic attributes and the impact of COVID-19. The research employed a comprehensive approach, utilizing data collection and analysis methods to uncover the effects and determinants of COVID-19 transmission among offshore oil workers in Nigeria. Chi-Square analysis was employed to reveal associations between demographic characteristics and the pandemic's impact on this workforce. The study revealed prominent contributors to COVID-19 transmission among offshore workers, including contact with infected colleagues (12.22%), overcrowding (11.41%), suboptimal working conditions (11.09%), and emotional distress factors like stress, anxiety, fear, and depression (11.09%). Other significant determinants encompassed the scarcity of COVID-19 prevention resources (10.61%), inadequate utilization of personal protective equipment (11.58%), unsuitable transportation practices (10.93%), the absence of COVID-19 awareness signage (8.63%), deficient training programs for offshore workers (8.63%), and miscellaneous undisclosed factors (3.81%). The research findings indicated the diverse educational backgrounds of offshore oil workers in Nigeria, highlighting the need for tailored health and well-being strategies considering varying roles and education levels. Based on the study's findings, it is recommended that offshore companies in Nigeria prioritize the development and implementation of targeted health and safety protocols. These should include improved infection control measures, strict adherence to social distancing, comprehensive health monitoring, and enhanced training programs to address the unique challenges faced by offshore workers and reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission in this specific work environment