Safety is paramount, and the company provides high levels of protection by using state-of-the-art technology, and implementing stringent safety procedures.

South Hook believes that it is vital that the company goes the extra mile in order to maintain these high standards - therefore staff attend regular training courses so that they are conversant with the latest practices.

The company acknowledges that safety can always be improved, and has a policy of visiting other plants so that best practice and safety developments can be shared.

A proactive approach enables the company to keep one step ahead of potential problems.

Factors that contribute to South Hook's excellent safety record include:

• High level construction techniques.
• Staff recruited for their excellent levels of expertise, and many years experience in the energy industry.
• South Hook has inherent safety and good practice systems embedded within its day-to-day operating procedures.
• Multiple layers of protective systems provide an effective safeguard.
• Staff know the plant intimately, and can therefore spot any irregularities immediately.
• Ongoing training and education programmes keep safety and best practice issues at the forefront of working life.