Outcome
The campaign supported the collection of ground-condition data required for the future design of monopile foundations, with dedicated client-side HSE oversight provided throughout the offshore investigation works.
Client
Centrica Energy Renewables
Location
Offshore — North Sea
Duration
September 2012 – November 2012
Role
Client Offshore Health & Safety Manager / Advisor
Sector
Offshore Wind
Scope
Offshore ground investigation, borehole campaign and monopile design preparation
Sol Wind Experience
The experience behind Sol Wind included providing client-side offshore health and safety management throughout the campaign. The role involved reviewing RAMS, ensuring agreed procedures were followed, supporting toolbox talks and providing practical HSE advice across the ongoing offshore work scopes.
Key Activities
01
Client-side offshore HSE management
02
HSE oversight aboard the Excalibur jack-up barge
03
RAMS review and safety input
04
Monitoring compliance with project procedures
05
Advice on ongoing offshore works
06
Support under CDM and LOLER requirements
This offshore ground investigation campaign was carried out aboard the Excalibur jack-up barge to establish seabed conditions in preparation for the design of offshore wind monopile foundations. Approximately 70 boreholes were completed to various depths as part of the investigation programme.