Linewatch

Merry Christmas everyone! 🌟🎄

As the year draws towards a festive close, we wanted to thank all those people who supported us in 2024. This could be someone who started following us on social media, attended one of our safety presentations, caught up with us at a trade show or came to chat to one of team at an event. We have loved every second of meeting you and discussing pipeline safety. Overall, it was a positive year for the safe digging community, but we know there is so much more that can do. We look forward to you joining us on our journey in 2025 ⭐ #yearinreview #safety #safedigging #pipelinesafety

Although most people will be ‘logging off’ for Christmas next week, all our members operate emergency telephone lines that are operational 24/7 – even on Christmas Day 🎄 Remember, signs of a possible pipeline leak may include: ·      pools of fuel ·      dirt or dust blowing in the air ·      hissing sounds ·      gas or petroleum odours ·      bubbles in standing water ·      dead or discoloured vegetation ·      ice on the ground Stay safe! #safety #training https://lnkd.in/eSDuN4u9

Do you know how to work safely around pipelines? ⚠ Regardless of whether you are completing emergency works or not, your first step should always be performing a complete utility search using LSBUD (Linesearch BeforeUdig). The simple search will take less than three minutes, and it flags if there are any pipes or cables nearby. If the search identifies a pipeline, you must contact the specific operator before a digger bucket or spade hits the ground. LSBUD will provide you with the contact details you need when responding to your enquiry. Depending on the type of work you’re completing the network operator will be able to advise you on the best next steps. On occasion, a site visit is required. Although it might seem frustrating, an onsite safety check could save countless lives, so it’s definitely worth it! #pipelinesafety #healthandsafety #safety #digging #safedigging

It’s time to meet another Linewatch Member, Humbly Grove Energy Ltd   Humbly Grove Energy owns and operates Humbly Grove Oilfield, producing natural gas and oil since the early 1980’s. Since then, Humbly Oilfield has produced in excess of 6 million barrels of oil and is forecast to produce an additional 1 million barrels following the introduction of Gas storage. #linewatch #pipeline #oilandgas #ukpipelines

Did you know that water pipes are vulnerable to bursting due to freezing conditions?❄ Whilst some parts of the UK have seen a hint of snow, the dropping temperatures as we approach December are a cause for concern for the water industry. If you’re undertaking excavation works to fix burst mains, always consider networks nearby to avoid further damage to pipelines. #ukpipelines #safetyfirst #safety #safedigging #saferwithlinewatch

The programme was designed by Linewatch and LSBUD (Linesearch BeforeUdig), with advice and guidance from the Utility Strike Avoidance Group (USAG), to help the utilities and construction industries work more safely when digging. Completely free and able to be completed at your own pace, the course is a great introduction to safe digging for anyone new to the industry or who just wants to brush up on their knowledge. ➡ https://lnkd.in/g4A6vaT #utilities #construction #training #safetytraining #pipelinesafety #saferwithlinewatch

It’s time to meet another Linewatch Member, Exolum Exolum is a logistics company that stores and transports refined products, chemicals, biofuels, and aviation fuel. Exolum has 24 terminals in the UK (and one in Northern Ireland), and transports products from nine countries. #linewatch #pipeline #oilandgas #ukpipelines

We were delighted to have attended the annual Street Works UK conference to shout about the importance of pipeline safety.   Thank you for having us! #streetworks #pipeline #ukpipelines

Thank you to all of our Members who joined last week's quarterly member meeting. Whether you were able to join in person or virtually, it was a productive session where we had several safety shares from our members, discussed our social media campaign, and updates to our infringement reporting processes. #training #utilities #safety #saferwithlinewatch