Zero Harm strategy adopted by Twini plant

Acacia Operations Services launched its Zero Harm strategy at a function held at Umbogavango Nature Reserve on Tuesday, 24 July.

“It re-emphasises what is important to us. We aspire to operate sustainably, without harm to people, the environment and the communities in which we operate, and this is our Zero Harm vision,” said Acacia managing director, Neil Hayes.

All employees signed a pledge to personally commit to the zero harm strategy seven milestones, which are zero fatalities, zero life-altering injuries, zero SHE legal directives, zero major or serious environmental incidents, zero major process safety incident, zero repeat incidents and zero major transportation incidents.

Ten life-saving behaviours which have been identified to help employees and contractors contribute to the Zero Harm target, are:

1. Confined spaces atmospheric testing
2. Isolation and zero energy testing
3. Verify ignition sources
4. Follow journey management plan when driving
5. Always use PPE (personal protective equipment)
6. Avoid suspended loads and moving equipment and vehicles
7. Concentrate while driving and all buckle up
8. Work permit required
9. Secure yourself when working at heights
10. Be authorised and competent.

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