Building a Safer Future Together: NEO Walk 2 Work Project

Throughout 2023, Ethos has been closely working with NEO Energy to enhance safety practices through Task Risk Assessment (TRA) training. Our partnership has focused on ensuring that everyone involved in NEO's projects understands and communicates about risk in the same way. This shared understanding is vital for the success and safety of their operations.

How Ethos Has Supported NEO Energy

NEO Energy approached us with a specific need: they wanted to integrate TRA training into their "Walk 2 Work" project induction. Their goal was to establish a common language and understanding of risk among both the core personnel and the project team. By doing this, they hoped to foster a stronger, more unified team that could work together safely and efficiently.

At Ethos, we have extensive experience in delivering engaging and effective training and inductions. After discussing NEO’s needs, we recommended a focus on several key learning outcomes for their induction programme:

  • Understanding NEO’s Values: Emphasising the importance of a "One Team" approach.
  • Learning from Past Campaigns: Ensuring that lessons learned are applied to current and future projects.
  • Developing a Common Language of Risk: Creating a shared understanding of key safety terms and practices.
  • Providing Practical Tools and Skills: Training on how to identify hazards, assess risks, and implement effective controls within NEO's work processes.
  • Focusing on Key Scopes of Work: Understanding the timeline, risks, and controls for critical tasks.
  • Enhancing Communication Skills: Equipping team members to hold effective safety conversations during Toolbox Talks and Safety Interventions.

These workshops, attended by 20-30 delegates each, helped establish a "one team" culture before teams even set foot offshore. The feedback from participants was overwhelmingly positive—they appreciated the opportunity to collaborate and build relationships before beginning their work.

About NEO Energy

NEO Energy is a key player in the UK Continental Shelf (UKCS), known for their commitment to responsible and efficient energy production. They operate high-quality assets and are focused on extending the life of these assets to continue growing production.

The Impact of Our Work

The induction workshops we conducted for NEO Energy significantly increased the likelihood of a successful, incident-free "Walk 2 Work" project. By fostering a culture of teamwork, shared risk understanding, and effective communication, we have seen improvements not only in safety performance but also in overall productivity.

Our Experience with NEO Energy

Working with NEO Energy has been a rewarding experience. There is a strong commitment to continuous improvement across all levels of their organisation. This focus on safety and efficiency makes our collaboration both productive and enjoyable.

Together, we are building a safer, more effective working environment, ensuring that every member of the team goes home safe at the end of the day.

If you believe Induction Workshops could benefit your organisation, please get into contact with us at info@ethos-empowerment.com