SAFETY
Dutch Shintomaster
has performed the safety
ceremony or Anzen Kigan Shiki
for many (Japanese) companies
all over Europe.
Safety Ceremony
This ceremony is also called Anzen Kigan Shiki. The aim of the ceremony is to pray
for the safe construction of the new building, to pray for the safety and good health
of the construction workers and to prevent accidents.
The safety ceremony in all its parts can be performed on the construction site.
Otherwise it is possible to make the first part in the site office and the other half on
the construction site, where the shinto master will purify the four corners and/or
potentially dangerous areas.
It is also possible to apply for an annual safety ceremony in the main office of the
construction company. Participation of the company’s staff during tamagushi houten
(dedication of green branch) and shinshu haitai (congratulatory toast with sake) will
enhance their awareness of safety.
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