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Abstract Fatigue monitoring of structural components is critical in offshore intervention operations due to the harsh marine environment, cyclic loading, and extended service life of assets. Modern design standards, such as API 17G, mandate rigorous fatigue monitoring, while regulatory bodies like BSEE require compliance to ensure safety and environmental protection. Failure to adequately assess and manage fatigue can lead to catastrophic failures, environmental damage, and costly downtime. This paper proposes a practical approach for monitoring and managing fatigue in structural components to enhance the safety and reliability of offshore operations. The proposed approach employs a limit-based methodology to estimate the upper limit of fatigue damage incurred after every operation. By utilizing conservative, engineering-based calculations, the method determines cyclic loading parameters without relying on advanced sensor data. This simple yet robust approach ensures that damage estimates remain on the safe side, providing clear thresholds for maintenance and operational decisions. Cumulative fatigue damage on equipment reused from one job to the next is tracked, ensuring that progressive wear and tear is continuously monitored throughout the equipment's service life. A key benefit of this approach is the elimination of the need for high-end sensors and data recording systems, thereby reducing system complexity and cost while maintaining confidence in structural integrity. This paper aims to present novel insights into practical, cost-effective fatigue tracking techniques that can complement existing industry practices. By emphasizing a straightforward yet conservative method, this study contributes to the existing body of knowledge and offers valuable guidance to offshore operators seeking efficient fatigue management solutions.