Since the formation of the SafetyOn, and under the direction of the Board of Directors, member companies through the Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) have met on a monthly basis to discuss experiences from accidents and incidents and to share lessons learned. Facilitated by the TAC Leader, the aim of these discussions has been to better understand the risks in the onshore wind industry, their root causes and possible mitigation actions to prevent further accidents and incidents.
Through the sharing and analysis of incident data provided by SafetyOn member companies, an evidence based understanding of the risks encountered during the development, construction and operational phases of a wind farm project is produced. This information will be used to identify key risks in the onshore wind industry and inform the SafetyOn work programme.
Active workstreams
Life Extension of Wind Turbines
The aim of this workstream is to share knowledge on non-competitive common issues affecting personnel and public safety from wind turbines and associated equipment, including knowledge known about turbine model specific failure modes and areas of concern.
Organisational factors
This workstream was formed from the Human Factors workstream. Moving forward organisational factors will be a standing workstream as a core part of SafetyOn work programme.
Safe by Design
The safe by design programme brings experts together for the purpose of getting the best practice in health and safety into design. Specific topics, which are identified as high risk by the SafetyOn incident data, input from members and wider industry consultation, are investigated with the objective of making improvements at the design stage that will help to reduce incidents throughout the lifecycle of an onshore wind farm.
Electrical Safety: Hierarchy of control and competence
This workstream addresses the risks associated with HV equipment
Associate Members Participant Engagement
This workstream is to engage with SafetyOn Associate members, allowing integration, with their knowledge and experience, in the SafetyOn work programme. This workstream will allow Associate members a voice in SafetyOn operations and guarantee best possible benefits of their membership.
SafetyOn Guidance for Management of Work in Confined Spaces for Onshore Wind
This guidance document provides information on the management of work within confined spaces within the UK Onshore Wind Sector. The guidance is designed to set out a generic and consistent approach that all Duty Holders are encouraged to apply, taking account of their statutory obligations.
Publications
TAC Chair
Jason Day, Head of HSE, EDF
Jason is a seasoned Chartered Occupational Safety and Health Professional (CMIOSH) with a robust 30-year tenure in high hazard industries, primarily within operational environments. His career trajectory is marked by a hands-on beginning at the coal face, which laid the foundation for his ascent into pivotal leadership roles. Jason's deep-seated knowledge and experience are not only integral to his professional identity but also radiate through his engaging personality.
A natural motivator, Jason excels in energising workplace atmospheres, fostering a culture of enthusiasm, motivation, and engagement that extends beyond professional confines into personal realms. His commitment to continuous improvement is evident in his pursuit of Chartered Fellowship status with the Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH), a testament to his dedication to professional growth.
Recently appointed as the Head of HSE at EDF Renewables, Jason brings a familiar face to industry forums and working groups. His previous participation in the Energy UK Health & Safety Forum during his tenure at Cottam Power Station for EDF UK has equipped him with valuable insights. Since 2021, he has been an active member of the SafetyOn Technical Advisory Committee (TAC), and his intimate understanding of its evolution positions him ideally to assume the role of Chair for the TAC.
Jason's extensive background and proactive involvement in safety and health forums underscore his leadership capabilities and his unwavering commitment to advancing industry standards in occupational safety and health.
TAC Vice Chair
Gareth Piggot, H&S Director, ScottishPower Renewables
A Chartered Chemical Engineer and Fellow of the IChemE, Gareth has worked in the Energy industry for over 20 years in a range of senior operational roles, including power station management and smart meter delivery, and achieved MBAs from The University of Strathclyde and Universidad Pontificia Comillas (Madrid) in 2015.
Further to previous H&S roles, Gareth transitioned into the role of H&S Director for ScottishPower Renewables in early 2023 and has recently completed professional H&S qualifications. Outwith ScottishPower, Gareth has previously chaired the Energy UK Retail Health and Safety Forum and has been an active member of the SafetyOn Technical Advisory committee since February 2023, and as such is well positioned to take on the role of the TAC Vice-Chair.
Gareth is a decisive, passionate and driven leader who devotes time and energy to the pursuit of a safer and healthier renewable industry and is excited to take on this leadership role with SafetyOn.
Members of SafetyOn
- BayWa r.e. UK Limited
- Deutsche Windtechnik
- EDF Renewables
- Enercon Services UK Ltd
- Fred Olsen Renewables
- Full Circle
- GE Energy (UK) Limited
- Nadara
- Natural Power
- Nordex
- OnPath Energy
- Renewable Energy Systems Ltd
- RWE
- ScottishPower Renewables
- Siemens Gamesa
- SSE Renewables
- Statkraft
- Vantage RE
- Vattenfall UK
- Vestas Celtic Wind Technology Ltd