Tag Archives: Occupational Safety and Health Administration

SeaWorld employee says killer whale risk “acceptable”

Posted on November 16, 2011 by The Great One

Getting in the water with an animal that weighs more than a truck, can swim 30 MPH and is capable of effortlessly snapping a person in half is a bit much of a risk; if you ask me. At the … Continue reading →

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SeaWorld whale that killed trainer needed special rules

Posted on September 20, 2011 by The Great One

I’ve been to Sea World (Orlando) half a dozen times and have thoroughly enjoyed watching the killer whale shows, especially the ones with Tilikum; the male bull which killed the trainer. Having said that, being in  contact with a twelve … Continue reading →

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SeaWorld trainers may go back in water with orcas

Posted on March 14, 2011 by The Great One

I’ve been to Sea World in Orlando, Florida and seen the killer whale pictured below within an arms reach from me and must say it is an impressive site. What a magnificent animal – 22 feet long and weighing approximately … Continue reading →

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