Visit www.relyon.com to learn more! In 1997, Alford Inspection Inc. was founded as a small inspection company. Later renamed Alford Services, Inc. (ASSI) was born.
RelyOn provides expert training in safety, skills, drilling, emergency response, and crisis management, helping people work safely in high-risk industries, every day. (ASI) in 2000, ASI began to concentrate on safety related services, personnel and equipment. Soon thereafter, Alford Safety Services Inc. The lack of adequate safety training in the area led ASSI to develop its first safety training facility. A continued dedication to safety has enabled ASSI to become the largest safety training provider in the Gulf South. The Alford family continued expansion incorporating Alford Safety and Compliance (ASC) in 2006. This new addition provides both regulatory and medical compliance services. The Alford group was acquired in 2008 by Falck, the world's largest international assistance, emergency, healthcare and training provider. In 2013 Falck Alford was renamed Falck Safety Services (FSS). As part of the Falck family, FSS operates under the training division of Falck, Falck Nutec. On January 23, 2019 our name changed to RelyOn Nutec. We operate across 5 continents with 32 training facilities.
04/01/2026
๐ Alrightโฆ weโll admit it - no hologram instructors just yet.
This morning may have been a jokeโฆ but the role of AI in training is very real.
While weโre not quite replacing instructors with futuristic tech, we are using AI to enhance how people learn through adaptive learning:
โ Learning that adjusts to individual knowledge levels
โ Smarter training pathways that focus on what you actually need
โ More efficient, personalized learning experiences
So no holograms (for now)โฆ but smarter, more effective training?
Thatโs already here. Find out more - https://lnkd.in/ejnsYfsH
04/01/2026
Next weekโs safety courses are live in Houston, Houma, Lafayette & Robert. Book now to secure your seat.
Prefer training online? We also offer a huge range of e-learning you can complete on your own time.
๐คBIG UPDATE FROM RELYON ๐ค
Weโre proud to announce that all instructors have now been replaced by AI-powered holograms.
- Can simulate any water survival class without messing up your hair
- Can fast-forward through the โwaiting aroundโ parts of training
- Can demonstrate firefighting in 12 different languages simultaneously
- Can pause, rewind, and repeat on command
Downside? They insist on taking their own safety training firstโฆ
Great to see Nobleโs Offshore Readiness Training Hands-On (NORTH) in action this week at our Houma, LA training center ๐
This hands-on program helps prepare new hires for offshore success while supporting safer, more competent crews. Big thanks to instructor Nick Marie for delivering a fantastic session.
03/30/2026
Working at height?
Fall Protection training saves lives.
RelyOn is pleased to announce that, effective April 6, it will assume responsibility for delivering safety training operations at the Shell Robert Training and Conference Center in Louisiana.
Under this partnership, RelyOn will manage and deliver the full portfolio of safety training programs at the Robert facility, ensuring continuity of service while enhancing the overall training experience for end users.
๐๐๐๐ฆ๐ฅ๐๐ฌ๐ฌ ๐๐ซ๐๐ง๐ฌ๐ข๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง, ๐๐ฅ๐๐ฏ๐๐ญ๐๐ ๐๐ฑ๐ฉ๐๐ซ๐ข๐๐ง๐๐
The transition has been carefully structured to ensure uninterrupted operations. From April 6, customers and workforce personnel will continue to receive the same high standards of training and support they expect, now backed by RelyOnโs global expertise, digital capabilities, and operational excellence.
RelyOnโs integration brings expanded resources, global best practice methodologies, and strengthened quality assurance frameworks to the Robert location. The objective is clear: to make the transition seamless while enhancing value for every learner and stakeholder.
๐๐ฎ๐ข๐ฅ๐๐ข๐ง๐ ๐ ๐๐๐ง๐ญ๐๐ซ ๐จ๐ ๐๐ฑ๐๐๐ฅ๐ฅ๐๐ง๐๐
This partnership reflects a shared long-term commitment from both RelyOn and Shell to workforce development and operational safety. Together, the organizations are aligned in their vision to further develop the Robert Training & Conference Center into a recognized Center of Excellence whilst supporting the evolving needs of the energy sector.
By combining Shellโs operational heritage and commitment to safety with RelyOnโs global expertise in training and competence management, the Robert facility will continue to play a critical role in developing competent, confident personnel for safety-critical environments. Through close collaboration, continuous improvement, and shared leadership, both organizations are committed to building a sustainable, future-focused training hub that delivers lasting value to the workforce and the wider industry.
๐๐๐๐ค๐๐ ๐๐ฒ ๐ ๐๐ฅ๐จ๐๐๐ฅ ๐๐๐๐๐๐ซ
RelyOn is a well-established and respected name in safety and competence management worldwide. Its involvement ensures that training delivered at the Robert facility is supported by proven systems, international experience, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
This transition reinforces a shared focus on safety, workforce development, and operational excellence, positioning the Robert Training & Conference Center for continued growth and long-term success.
03/27/2026
Office First Aid Kit.......that requires certified First Aid training.
With 19 years at RelyOn, Nick Marie has built an impressive career as a Safety Trainer, while also taking on a variety of other roles throughout his time with the company.
Nick teaches a wide range of classes related to the oilfield and construction industries, bringing real-world expertise into every session. His instructional background is built on 18.5 years as a structural fitter at Gulf Island Fabrication, where he worked on the construction of offshore platforms and decks.
What Nick enjoys most about his role is the opportunity to meet new people every day and share the knowledge he has gained through years of hands-on industry experience. His passion for training is clear: he says he loves his job and looks forward to going to work every day.
๐ฌ Mais (Houma Center Manager) shares that "Nick is always willing to help and goes above and beyond to support others and get projects completed at the facility. You can always count on Nick to have a positive attitude."
Outside of work, Nick has been married to Racheal for 36 years and is a proud father to two sons, Nicholas and Shane, and grandfather to his granddaughter, Ellie. He loves spending time with his family and their two dogs, Pepper and Rosie. His hobbies include hunting, fishing, motorcycle riding, gardening, and vacationing.
WorkSafeยฎ brings permits, risk assessments, isolations, and work activities together in one digital platform, giving your team a single, reliable source of truth.
Different sectors.
One shared priority: safety and competence.
Through training, technology, and industry expertise, RelyOn helps organizations strengthen workforce capability and operate with confidence.
03/20/2026
How WorkSafeยฎ Benefits You
โ Simplifies permit-to-work and safety processes in one digital system
โ Improves visibility and control of high-risk work activities
โ Reduces human error while strengthening safety and compliance
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In 1997, Alford Inspection Inc. was founded as a small inspection company. Later renamed Alford Services, Inc. (ASI) in 2000, ASI began to concentrate on safety related services, personnel and equipment.
Soon thereafter, Alford Safety Services Inc. (ASSI) was born. The lack of adequate safety training in the area led ASSI to develop its first safety training facility. A continued dedication to safety has enabled ASSI to become the largest safety training provider in the Gulf South.
The Alford family continued expansion incorporating Alford Safety and Compliance (ASC) in 2006. This new addition provides both regulatory and medical compliance services.
The Alford group was acquired in 2008 by Falck, the world's largest international assistance, emergency, healthcare and training provider. In 2013 Falck Alford was renamed Falck Safety Services (FSS). As part of the Falck family, FSS operated under the training division of Falck, Falck Nutec. Falck Nutec, a world leader in Health, Safety, Survival training and consultancy services had been servicing the oil and gas, shipping, renewable energy, military and aviation industries worldwide for over 3 decades.
In January 2019 Falck Safety Services changed its name to RelyOn Nutec. RelyOn Nutec (former Falck Safety Services), is the worldโs leading safety service provider, training +250,000 people annually from our 33 sites across 20 countries.
With decades of experience, we help people & businesses improve safety with a 360 degree safety culture and full safety service delivery.
We train people to be safety & technical leaders in heir field
We help business stay safe beyond regulatory requirements
We identify competence gaps and help address them
We improve safety processes & mindset
We prepare you for the unexpected
You can always rely on us to take a full perspective on safety and cover safety from all directions
It is the promise in our name โ RelyOn Nutec - 360ยฐ
RelyOn Nutecโs headquarters office is located in Houma, LA, just south of New Orleans. Additional US training facilities are located in:
Lafayette, LA
Houston, TX
Midland, TX
