A Q1 activity involved BOG proudly joining industry leaders at the Seplat Energy Producing Nigeria Unlimited (SEPNU) – a company formed after Seplat Energy’s recent acquisition of Mobil Producing Nigeria Unlimited (MPNU) – Wells Safety Leadership Forum, held at Four Points by Sheraton, Victoria Island, Lagos. Themed “Safety is Deliberate, Not by Accident,” the forum highlighted the importance of safety practices in the oil and gas sector.
The forum, facilitated by the SEPNU Wells Team, brought together key stakeholders from various service providers, including SLB, AOS Orwell, Baker Hughes, Halliburton, Weafri, Relentech, Weatherford, Kenyon, Power and Energy, and Bell Oil & Gas, among others. The goal was to strengthen partnerships, enhance collaboration, and drive actionable steps toward a safer working environment.
Key Themes Discussed
- Leadership accountability in safety performance
- Risk management in operations
- Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) priorities
- Contractor engagement and onboarding
- The role of people, processes, and leadership in maintaining safety standards
- Mental health and worker well-being as a crucial safety component
- Advancements in safety technologies and digital monitoring tools
The forum also featured breakout sessions focusing on four key areas:
- Equipment: Emphasizing periodic certification, maintenance, and rigorous pre-job testing to ensure operational readiness.
- Personnel: Highlighting competency assessments, training, worker welfare, and fatigue management.
- Procedures & Processes: Stressing the need for frequent updates based on operational learnings, customer feedback, and regulatory requirements.
- Leadership’s Role: Encouraging leadership site visits, effective communication, competitive remuneration, and mental health support for employees.
The forum reinforced the collective commitment to fostering a safer workplace. At BOG we remain dedicated to upholding industry best practices and driving a culture where “Nobody Gets Hurt.”