When is this day celebrated?
This day will be celebrated annually on July 24th.
What is this day?
Turn arounds are done in industries to repair equipment on site and this day will remind people that during this period they must always remain safe by carrying out work in the correct manor and ensure all safety equipment is available. Many thousands of people carry out work on sites during this time from welders, painters and contractors and this day will be a good day for Health and Safety Managers to start to plan and implement these safety cultures.
Many falls, trips, exposures to gas and general environmental risk have been reduced due to better education and great work place awareness. This day will allow companies and employees to stop and question the process’s and it may save someone’s life.
Who created this day?
This day was founded in 2023 by Richard Dunn of WatchGas.
How is this day celebrated or observed?
Take the day to ensure all safety plans and equipment are in place and this day will get people talking about these actions needed. Safety Companies can use this day on social media to reinforce a strong safety culture. This will give a good platform for companies to reflect on there current set up and what can be done to improve the site safety.