Integrating Safety Early in the Lifecycle
Safety in Design (SID) ensures that hazard identification and risk management are embedded right from the concept and design stages of a project through to the construction and operation. By addressing risks early, organisations can eliminate, isolate, or minimise hazards before they impact those who construct, operate, maintain, decommission, or demolish an asset.
At Safety Solutions, we provide structured Safety in Design facilitation that brings together facilitators, engineers, and decision-makers to ensure risks are identified early and effectively managed throughout the entire safety in design lifecycle.
The Problem – Why Safety in Design is Often Overlooked
- Many organisations still treat safety as a late-stage compliance activity rather than a fundamental part of the entire lifecycle of the facility. This creates issues such as:
- Hazards locked into design – Risks that could have been removed at the concept stage become expensive or impossible to fix later.
- An increased potential for incidents across construction and operations.
- Higher lifecycle costs – Retrofits, corrective actions, and downtime drive up costs during construction or operation.
- Lost opportunities – Safer, more efficient, and cost-effective designs are missed when SID is neglected.
Risks of Not Embedding Safety in Design
- Without effective Safety in Design facilitation, organisations face:
- Greater incident risk – Unaddressed hazards can cause injuries, environmental damage, or fatalities.
- Non-compliance – Legal obligations require evidence of Safety in Design processes.
- Escalating costs – Late-stage fixes and retrofits are far more expensive than early solutions.
- Reduced performance – Safety gaps negatively impact asset reliability and operational efficiency.
Our Approach – Structured Safety in Design Facilitation
- Safety Solutions applies a proven methodology to ensure design stage safety is practical, comprehensive, and aligned with lifecycle risk management.
Our SID Facilitation Process Includes:
- Hazard Identification – Using structured methods to capture risks across the full design lifecycle.
- Risk Management – Assessing likelihood and consequence, applying elimination, substitution, or engineering controls.
- Lifecycle Integration – Considering construction and operation in the assessment process.
- Stakeholder Engagement – Collaborative facilitation with designers, operators, and decision-makers.
- Clear Documentation – Outputs that record hazards, risks, and agreed controls for seamless integration into design.
Partnering with Safety Solutions ensures:
- Stronger hazard control – Risks are eliminated early rather than managed reactively.
- Compliance confidence – Clear SID documentation demonstrates adherence to regulatory and industry standards.
- Lifecycle cost savings – Safer designs reduce rework, downtime, and maintenance costs.
- Aligned stakeholders – Designers, operators, and managers collaborate towards safer, more efficient outcomes.
- Practical expertise – Backed by over 30 years of process safety experience, we bring a pragmatic, solutions-focused approach to Safety in Design, ensuring recommendations are realistic, cost-effective, and ready to implement.
Safety in Design (SiD) Training
We offer a 1-day SAFETY IN DESIGN (SiD) course designed to build practical skills in applying the SiD process. Participants learn when and how to implement a SiD review and how to contribute effectively in SiD workshops. The course introduces hazard identification and risk assessment methods early in the design phase, focusing on eliminating, isolating, or minimising risks across the full lifecycle of an asset, from construction through to operation, maintenance, and decommissioning.
Don’t wait until construction to uncover safety gaps. Let’s discuss how we can help you apply Safety in Design (SID) principles, reduce lifecycle risks, and deliver safer, more efficient projects. CONTACT US TODAY to schedule your SID facilitation or learn more about our tailored design safety services.