Bringing together offshore wind projects to pursue shared goals, the G+ is the global health and safety organisation whose lifesaving rules have been used across several industrial sectors. With proven success at reducing serious incidents, the G+ has also developed a set of lifesaving rules (LSR) for offshore wind.
With industry expanding globally as quickly as it is, many organisations—and the supply chain—are at the start of their safety culture journey. Existing industry lifesaving rules aren’t adapted to match the offshore wind risk profile, so the G+ LSR focuses on hazards specific to the offshore wind environment.
For marine coordinators, the G+ LSR provide a clear framework for identifying and mitigating risks before they escalate into serious incidents.
Marine coordination is the centre of offshore wind operations, involving managing vessel movements, helicopter movements, personnel logistics, and offshore activities in real time. Integrating G+ Lifesaving Rules into this function offers several key benefits:
Offshore wind developers can create a safer, more consistent operational environment by embedding the G+ LSR into their marine coordination workflows.
SeaPlanner offshore management system is purpose-built to support safe and efficient marine coordination. We've put together a comprehensive checklist to show how SeaPlanner's features can be directly mapped to the G+ Lifesaving Rules, helping marine coordinators implement them in day-to-day operations.
For example:
The G+ rule “Always ensure the required marine coordination software plans and permits are in place before you start a job” aligns with SeaPlanner’s SSoW and Marine Operations through their:
Audit trails for all marine coordination communications and decisions
Marine coordinators can use these tools to verify that all permits including Hazards and Precautions, documentation, asset restrictions and defects have been correctly accounted for and the current asset status before approving vessel movements or offshore activities.
The G+ Lifesaving Rules are built on two foundational principles: Start Safe and Stop if Unsure. SeaPlanner supports these by enabling marine coordinators and offshore teams to verify readiness before operations begin, and to pause or escalate concerns when conditions change.
With real-time visibility, audit trails, and communication tools, SeaPlanner helps embed a culture where safety decisions are supported, not penalised.
The G+ guidance emphasises that Lifesaving Rules are only effective when frontline workers have the means and authority to act. SeaPlanner plays a critical role in surfacing hazards, validating competence, and enabling communication.
Whether verifying isolation before electrical work or confirming readiness for a transfer, SeaPlanner ensures that workers have the tools and data to make informed, safe choices.
SeaPlanner’s workflows and dashboards can be configured to reflect the G+ “Ask Yourself, Your Team, Your Supervisor” question set. This helps teams prepare for tasks, conduct toolbox talks, and verify readiness in line with G+ expectations.
By embedding these questions into daily routines, SeaPlanner reinforces proactive safety conversations and decision-making.
SeaPlanner doesn’t just support initial implementation; it helps maintain momentum. With built-in audit trails, incident reporting, and configurable dashboards, teams can monitor Lifesaving Rule compliance, identify trends, and continuously improve safety performance.
This aligns with the G+ guidance on using existing tools and processes to sustain safety culture.
To support implementation, SeaPlanner offers a downloadable checklist mapping its features to each G+ Lifesaving Rule. This practical resource helps teams understand how SeaPlanner enables compliance and supports safe operations.
SeaPlanner Offshore Management System is a powerful platform for embedding G+ Lifesaving Rules into marine coordination. By aligning safety protocols with real-time operational tools, helping offshore wind developers reduce risk, improve communication, and protect lives at sea.
Integrating G+ LSR into marine coordination is not just a best practice, but a necessity. With SeaPlanner, you can ensure that your marine operations are not only efficient but also aligned with the highest standards of safety.