Case Study: Port of Virginia builds a proactive safety culture with dss+

Port of Virginia reduces Lost Workday rate with dss+ and targets more by 2030

The Port of Virginia, a major global hub, needed to move beyond compliance-driven safety programs that had caused its performance to plateau. Its challenge was to build a shared safety mindset across all levels to proactively identify risks and deeply engage its workforce. The port partnered with dss+ to begin this transformation.

dss+ implemented a solution that started with a Safety Perception Survey to establish a baseline. They then engaged executive leadership to define a vision and supported the creation of a safety governance council. Through hands-on workshops, dss+ helped strengthen leadership and foster a culture of care. This approach resulted in a 50% reduction in the lost workday rate and an up to 70% reduction in high-potential incidents, with a target for further reduction by 2030.

Port of Virginia