Improving safety through engagement, leadership and collaboration

Step Change in Safety is a member-led organisation which is working to make the UKCS the safest oil and gas province in the world in which to work.

The safety of the workforce always comes first. It is the bedrock of our organisation and what shapes our goals. Through collaboration, sharing knowledge and adopting best practices, workforce safety in the UKCS can be continually improved and we are at the forefront in delivering that.

Anniversary feature

Remembering Piper Alpha

To honour those who perished that night, we have compiled a resource pack. We encourage you to take time out to remember the importance of remaining vigilant.

COVID-19: Impact on Safety

COVID-19: Information, films and resources from Step Change in Safety

COVID-19: While every member of the workforce, from the worksite to the boardroom, is immersed in this rapidly developing COVID-19 situation, it is the duty of Step Change in Safety to continue reinforcing the need for diligence in the pre-planning and execution of work activities offshore.

'New Normal'

Exploring the impact on safety of the COVID-19 pandemic

Information and videos looking at the impact on safety of working in the 'new normal' following the COVID-19 pandemic.

Safe Working Essentials

E-OBS online observation tool

E-OBS is a web-based application that allows the workforce to record and receive feedback on their safety observations using a PC, tablet or phone.

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Joined-up Thinking

New Confined Space Entry pack

This pack follows a successful task involving confined space entry from planning phase to completion.

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Major Accident Hazard Understanding

Managing Major Accident Hazards is vital to safe operations. Everybody working in the oil and gas industry, both onshore and offshore, has a part to play in managing these hazards.

Safe Working Essentials

Safe Working Essentials aims to streamline work processes to unify them and make them simpler, more engaging and sustainable for all, while helping to improve safety.

Engagement, Leadership & Collaboration

All of the resources produced by Step Change in Safety are as a result of the organisation's engagement with the offshore workforce, industry leaders, and onshore personnel.