In 2023 and 2024, the petrochemical and refining industry witnessed alarming rises in scaffolding-related injuries and fatalities. This prompted an industry-wide investigation after a pivotal question arose: “Has anyone explored better scaffolding solutions?” This session presents a comprehensive study built on findings from the 2019 Industrial Workforce Efficiency Report, with key updates from 2021 and 2023. It showcases groundbreaking innovations in scaffolding design, materials, and construction methods that have led to a 26% reduction in labor requirements and an 11% drop in overall project costs. Drawing from real-world case studies and proven practices used by industry leaders such as CPChem, Venture Global, ExxonMobil, and their contractors, the session delivers actionable strategies to improve jobsite efficiency, enhance safety protocols, and prevent accidents—ultimately helping save lives in industrial construction environments.

Learning Objectives:

• Examine global advances in scaffolding design and construction.
• Discover efficiencies gained by implementing new construction strategies.
• Learn how safety is improved by updating scaffold practices.
• Find out about innovative new systems creating significant savings in labor and costs.

Presenter:

George Perrett

Operational Excellence Director, Peri, USA

George Perrett is a lifelong resident of Beaumont, Texas. With over 36 years of global experience, George is a recognized leader in process improvement and a certified Six Sigma Black Belt. He has worked extensively across the energy sector, supporting supermajor owners and their contractors in downstream, midstream, and upstream operations in more than 46 countries. George has collaborated with global partners including Aramco, ExxonMobil, Gazprom, PetroChina, Valero, Marathon, Shell, and CNOOC. He holds degrees from the University of Houston and Beijing Business University, and after 22 years, he completed his MBA at the University of Texas.