Bourbon, International leader in marine services for modern offshore

Safety

Safety : an absolute priority

Because safety is the “backbone” of the company, constantly strengthening the safety culture is anabsolute priority for BOURBON. Its efforts in this area are based on a determined commitment from management, continuous enhancement of procedures, individual responsibility, an ambitious development program, raising awareness and crew training.

An integrated system of safety management

BOURBON has developed a QSMS (Quality Safety Management System) focused on customer satisfaction. It is a “model for excellence” based on the best systems, standards and industrial practices (ISO 9001 and 14001, IMCA, IMO, OCIMF/TMSA, client systems). QSMS is an integrated approach combining all the factors that contribute to safety: management, skills, risks, environment, contracts, operations, emergencies, incident analysis and research, maintenance and reliability, information & documentation, and indicators. It means that a coherent method can be adopted, consistent procedures applied, and the same documentation used worldwide. Based on an ongoing improving approach, it builds on the results and benefits of experience.

BOURBON has established dedicated IT and information

systems that are common to all its subsidiaries and accessible onboard its vessels. For example, a “Task Assistant” module is being deployed throughout the fl eet and onshore. Using a single database, it can access documentation and incident reports in real time, and facilitates the across-the-board implementation of preventive and corrective actions. A Maintenance module provides preventive maintenance programs for the vessels.

Skills management: The SeaSkill program

Skills management is essential to ensure that crews are qualified, trained and experienced. BOURBON’s rigorous requirements have led to the definition of high standards so that clients can be assured of the excellence of its personnel. In conjunction with DNV SeaSkill, BOURBON is developing a skills management system for deck officers and engineering officers, which will soon be integrated in QSMS and in BOURBON’s Human Resources policy.

The SeaSkill program, which will eventually cover all crews, enables an accurate skills map to be drawn up and the necessary resources identifi ed to maintain them at the highest level. It represents another unique approach in the world of offshore oil and gas services.