SGS, a leading testing, inspection and certification company announces the acquisition of H2Safety Services Inc. (H2Safety), a North American market leader in emergency response management, Health Safety and Environment (HSE), training and emergency software services. Founded in 2004, H2Safety serves a wide range of industrial sectors including oil and gas, mining, transportation, utilities, renewables and government. With a unique focus on public consultation and regulatory compliance, H2Safety also excels in Indigenous relations and government relations. “Our approach to safeguarding critical infrastructure, communities, employees and natural environments is rooted in building authentic relationships and addressing community concerns transparently,” said James Harasen, CEO and Chairman of H2Safety.聽“We are excited about joining SGS to expand our emergency management footprint while also leveraging SGS’s proven expertise in delivering comprehensive HSE solutions across various industries.”
H2Safety’s H2CommandCentre庐 platform is a robust emergency management application that empowers organizations with rapid and holistic incident management response capabilities. It activates emergency response teams including GIS and ICS experts, delivers rapid notifications, offers real-time check-ins, uses real-time maps to identify hazard zones while also generating lists of critical residents and stakeholders. With over 15,000 users, the platform is supporting organizations with achieving their operational safety objectives and business continuity, while also protecting people and the environment.
“Operational integrity is at the core of SGS’s corporate culture, since our customers entrust us with their quality assurance and operational fluidity needs in a wide range of industrial environments. Whether it’s delivering inspections to monitor the integrity of oil pipelines or deterring wildlife from landing in hazardous substances, HSE is at the core of what we do. We also have a strong HSE record within our own operations, so we really walk the talk when it comes to protecting assets, employees and the environment,” said Patrick Beck, Head of Industrial Services at SGS in North America.