HSE International ISSUE 97 | Page 50

OIL & GAS: SPECIALISED OILFIELD SERVICES LTD 5 7/8” Heavy Wall Drill Pipe cut at the pin - this cut was achieved with a non-explosive, non hazmat pipe severance tool Test pump F or 2015, S.O.S. aim to have an accident free year and plan to build on their environmental policy. “As we introduce new and exciting technologies, a particular challenge is how we will maintain the HSE focus within the company. We plan to increase in size over a relatively short period of time; the expectation is to grow in physical size as well as increasing our global foot print. Currently we have one main base and two small satellite offices and hope to evolve this to approximately 10 global operational bases within 48 months. We are positioning a robust growth action plan, laying out the key fundamentals of what is required for a healthy, safe and environmentally efficient operating base, whilst recognising the cultural differences found in operating at different locations around the world. “There is a need to focus on the training of personnel so effective communication can be maintained throughout the company. This will ensure a sustained, high morale within the workforce so all employees feel part of a team as opposed to being a number within an organisation. “Our environmental/sustainability programmes are still in their infancy, however in our growth, we have plans to build a new office and incorporate environmental friendly and sustainable technologies such as rain water harvesting and hybrid solar panels for both water heating and electricity generation. By doing this we are not only reducing our carbon footprint but incurring long term savings in costs.” With the recent debate that the falling oil price may result in health and safety being neglected, Ian commented: “Some companies have gathered data on job performance and HSE statistics which were correlated against the price of oil.