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What we do

 To live and work in peace and prosperity. To sustain a healthy life. That is what we wish for all people in Groningen. We cannot eradicate danger, but we can control and mitigate risks. Safety Region Groningen aims to achieve that day, and night.

Collectively we work on safety

In times of inaction, we predominantly work behind the scenes. We ensure that we are ready, and prepared for action. Some ways in which we prepare ourselves is through the organization of exercises, the teaching and training of crisis officials, the orchestration of action plans and through recommending fire/safety measures.

Our role during a crisis

Our role changes during an incident or a crisis; we then move to the frontline and scale up. We take control and arrange the collaboration between a multitude of partners. With other crises organizations we work hard to return to a safe situation. As our safety is for everybody.

Is there an incident requesting support from more emergency responders? Then we scale up to GRIP.

Safety recommendations

We also provide counselling on safety. For example, we guide municipalities on how to safely organize events. Additionally, we advise companies on their risks through the creation of a ‘hazard management plan’. Companies are further aided by us on ways to supervise these risks.

The fire brigade Groningen

The fire brigade is an essential part of Safety Region Groningen. Their expertise on fire safety and hazard management is crucial. Visible and trustworthy, vigilant, and alert, we are always set and ready; for others and for each other. Want to know more?

Together with civilians

Since emergency responders are not always on-site immediately, or when there is a big incident where the responders cannot attend to everyone simultaneously; inhabitants are the first emergency responders ready on location of incidents and emergency situations. So, what can you do? How can you prepare yourself and as neighborhood on risks and emergency situations? Safety Region Groningen organizes meetings with municipalities, associations, and other partners; to talk with citizens about their preparation and to explore collaborations. We also advise everyone to obtain an emergency package.