Activities
IADC ‘s activities are all part of an on-going effort to support clients, consultants and others in understanding the fundamental principles of dredging and maritime construction.
Transport of Pipeline Optimisation
Formulated by employees of Jan De Nul Group, the solution which won the Safety Award 2017 upgraded each facet of the pipeline transportation process, including from the activities performed in storage facilities as well as while travelling to faraway project locations.
Safety Award 2017 Winner: Jan De Nul Group Transport of Pipelines Optimisation
To encourage the awareness of safety within the dredging industry, the International Association of Dredging Companies (IADC) presents an annual award to an exemplary programme or project which advances the application of safety throughout the dredging industry’s activities.
13 Nominations in the Running for IADC’s Safety Award 2017
Safety is the number one priority during dredging operations and IADC’s Safety Award aims to promote awareness through innovation. Thirteen nominations are in the running to receive the 2017 Award.
CHILD – “Colleagues, Help Injuries to Leave DEME” – IADC 2012 Safety Award
Hard lessons at a project led to a huge shift in safety awareness, where 4000 employees learnt that each person must take responsibility, not only for themselves, but also for their colleagues.
“Work Safe” – An Innovative System of Safe Work Practices (IADC 2011 Annual Safety Award)
Employees lead the way in safety awareness and in finding practical tools for use “right here and right now” resulting in greater overall on-the-job safety.
Introducing “NINA”: A Personal Commitment to an Injury/Accident-Free Workplace
The IADC Annual Safety Award: A change in values meant a change in attitude on the work floor, where each person is willing to speak up to warn colleagues for unsafe situations.
Remediation of the Acid Tar Lagoons at Rieme, Belgium (IADC Safety Award)
Working in an extremely toxic and dangerous area demanded unusual, extensive safety methods that went well beyond normal ISO requirements.