Health & Safety Policy

Policy Statement

Tema Oil Refinery endeavours to conduct its operations in a manner which ensures the protection of its employees, customers, contractors, visitors and communities in which it operates.

We recognize Safety as first within our Core Values and our aim is to develop Health and Safety objectives which are integral to the success of the business. We recognize that this commitment will only be achieved with positive leadership, the provision of essential and adequate resources and continued pursuit of best practice in Health and Safety.

Ultimate responsibility for Health and Safety rests with the Managing Director and Executive Management team.

Management Will (Responsibilities)

Employ risk management approach suitable for our risk exposures to improve on our workplace Health and Safety.
Comply with applicable legislation, regulations and relevant industry standards.
Provide the expertise and resources needed to maintain a safe and healthy working environment for employees, contractors, visitors and communities in which we operate.
Consider appropriate Health and Safety requirements when selecting contractors and require adoption of sound Health and Safety management practices.
Empower all employees by providing information, instruction, training and supervision to enable them perform their roles safely.
Involve and encourage employees to actively participate in all Health and Safety matters and consult with them on ways to minimize workplace hazards.
Maintain a system of health surveillance for all employees
Implement a Health and Safety management system based on internationally recognized standards and assess its effectiveness every two years through periodic audits and reviews of our Process Safety Management system.
Develop Health and Safety objectives based on a comprehensive strategic plan and measure performance and compliance at regular intervals with the intention for continual improvement of the systems.

Line Managers have responsibility for the Health and Safety of those working within their areas of operation and those who may be affected by their activities.

The Health and Safety outfit will develop the appropriate annual Safety plans for continual improvement, will be available to advise on particular Health and Safety matters and monitor the effectiveness of the Process Safety Management system.

Health & Safety Policy

Employees Will (Responsibilities)

Take reasonable care of their own Health and Safety and fellow colleagues who may be affected by their acts or omissions.

Report all hazards, accidents and incidents.
Not misuse or interfere with Health and Safety provisions.