August 2020 Safety Champion
By Kirsty Fletcher-Reid on 27 Aug 2020
This month we have once again received some excellent Safety Observation Cards from across the fleet which have all been considered and taken on board by our HSEQ and Operations teams.
August’s title of Safety Champion has been awarded for an observation regarding a block on the main mast. This was spotted to have almost worn through the steel ring supporting it and was in danger of falling from the mast. Our safety champion noticed the issue during monthly maintenance checks of the navigation lights on the main mast and, in conjunction with the Mate & Master, took steps to make safe the area.
We would therefore like to congratulate Paul Williams, 2nd Officer on board FS Braemar, for winning the coveted title of Safety Champion for the month of August.
A recent IMCA Safety Flash sent to all vessels as part of our own Safety Flash procedures, contained a potentially fatal near miss in which a lightning conductor had, over time, vibrated free from its mounting, eventually falling and landing close to crew working below. This incident highlights the potential dangers of overlooking areas at the top of the vessel when carrying out routine maintenance inspections.
We would like to commend Paul for his good work and encourage all crews to take an attentive and proactive approach to routine maintenance and inspections in all areas of their vessels. Thank you again to everyone for their continued efforts towards our safety culture on board.
"Fletcher's flexible and innovative approach to business and the professionalism of their crew has played an important role in helping us deliver a safe, reliable and cost-effective service to our clients. We look forward to building on this going forward as we continue to seek new and exciting opportunities in an exceptionally competitive marketplace."
Oilchart, 2016“[We would] like to thank you and the rest of the crew on the FS Aberdour for your assistance, positive attitude and total flexibility during the last 5/6 weeks since we started this Project. The communication has been invaluable with all the challenges that have faced us. Thank you very much for your assistance, you’re all a credit to your team on-board the FS Aberdour and also Fletcher Group.”
Centrica, June 2017“It was a pleasure to work with all of you, especially when the project is completed without any operation issue on the fluids / cement / waste management side. It was a great success to complete this.”
Perenco, August 2017“I cannot thank you enough for the work that you have done for us, all credit to you and your crew. I will be passing back some very positive comments. On behalf of both the Standard Princess and her crew and also the Standard Supplier, I appreciate all your help.”
Centrica, November 2017"[We] would like to take the opportunity to thank you and your Team for the level of support that you have given us with both vessels through this campaign. The vessel Masters and crews have been an absolute credit to your organisation and I would look forward to working with Fletcher Group again in the future if this is the manner in which you conduct your business.
I would like to wish you all every success and I am sure that we will work again in the not-too-distant future."
Ineos, July 2018It has been a please working with you! Thank you for your support the past few months and th flexible attitude of your crew. This was much appreciated by our team.
Allseas, February 2019