The 2026 National Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Month serves as a strategic momentum for Harita Nickel to reaffirm its collective commitment to strengthening a safety culture founded on connectivity and mutual responsibility. In alignment with the national theme, “Building a Professional, Reliable, and Collaborative National OHS Management Ecosystem,” Harita Nickel positions OHS not merely as a system, but as an integrated ecosystem embedded in the daily operations of all Insan Harita.
This commitment was reflected in the opening series of BK3N activities held across Harita Nickel’s operational areas on Obi Island, South Halmahera. The opening ceremony marked a unified declaration of commitment involving business units, management, and business partners, emphasizing that safety is a shared responsibility that must be implemented comprehensively and consistently.
Deputy Technical Support of PT Obi Sinar Timur (OST), Amirrudin, stated that the principle of “Satu Harita, Saling Menjaga” extends beyond a tagline and must be internalized as a core value in every work activity. Safety, he noted, transcends organizational structures, functions, and roles, and is the responsibility of every individual as part of a single organization.
“Operational activities inherently involve potential hazards; however, incidents are preventable. Consistent adherence to procedures, compliance with OHS standards, and proactive care through mutual reminders are fundamental to establishing a safe working environment,” he explained.
He further emphasized that while management remains committed to providing adequate safety systems, procedures, training, and facilities, effective implementation is contingent upon the active participation and accountability of all Insan Harita.
In line with this, Primus Priyanto, Head of Mining Engineering at PT Trimegah Bangun Persada Tbk, underscored the importance of developing a professional, reliable, and collaborative OHS ecosystem. He noted that professionalism in OHS begins with a thorough understanding of occupational risks and is reinforced through consistent application of risk controls and strict compliance with work procedures.
“Professional conduct is demonstrated through consistency in adhering to work procedures and applying risk control measures,” Primus stated.
He added that the reliability of the OHS system must be continuously strengthened through the enhancement of human resource competencies and the reinforcement of the Mining Safety Management System (SMKP). This includes strengthening safety leadership, developing supervisory capabilities, and cultivating a constructive feedback culture that addresses unsafe actions or conditions as a form of care rather than blame.
“Feedback and corrective reminders should be viewed as an expression of concern for collective safety,” he emphasized.
Furthermore, Primus highlighted collaboration as a critical enabler of an effective OHS ecosystem. Cross-departmental involvement in setting OHS objectives, targets, and programs, supported by regular joint evaluations, is essential to ensure alignment and sustainability of OHS implementation across all operational areas.
Through the commemoration of BK3N 2026, Harita Nickel calls on all Insan Harita to embed safety as a core value, habitual practice, and organizational character. Returning home safely is not an option, but an obligation. Guided by the spirit of “Satu Harita, Saling Menjaga”, Harita Nickel remains committed to fostering a safe, healthy, and productive work environment while continuously strengthening the OHS management ecosystem.