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ince 2011, the Center for Offshore Safety (COS) has led the way in advancing safe- ty and operational integrity for the U.S.

S offshore natural gas and oil industry.

Through shared good practices and continuous learning opportunities, COS supports the indus- try in meeting its evolving safety and sustainability goals, which include reducing the occurrence of offshore industry safety incidents.

COS was established to help companies manage their operational risk by accrediting the auditors who provide them with Safety and Environmental

Management Systems audits, which are detailed in API Recommended Practice (RP) 75, Safety and Environmental Management for Offshore Oper- ations. In addition, COS provides feedback to the

Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) regarding the interaction between API standards and governmental safety regulations.

When it comes to offshore safety, the principle of “a rising tide lifts all boats” is particularly apt in describing the COS commitment to sharing and facilitating safety discussions. By promot- ing an open environment for exchanging knowl- edge, COS helps operators incorporate safety standards and mitigate risks for the entire indus- try through effective Safety and Environmental

Management Systems.

The COS Safety Leadership Award plays an integral role in this mission, encouraging indus- try-wide collaboration and the exchange of good practices to enhance offshore safety. Given an- nually, the award honors operators and contrac- tors who demonstrate outstanding leadership in developing safety management and performance practices. These practices and projects play a key role in advancing a culture of safety within the offshore industry. Nominations for the award emphasize the importance of engagement, en- couraging industry professionals to acknowl- edge achievements and inspire further innova- tion and advancements.

While the award singles out individual achieve- ment, it also highlights the broader benefts of sharing successful strategies and operational in- sights, furthering the industry’s goal of creating a culture of safety and environmental stewardship.

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