15 February 2024
The 2024 National Occupational Health and Safety (K3) Month was celebrated nationwide from January 12 to February 12. This year's theme, "Fostering an OHS Culture: Healthy, Safe Work Practices for Business Continuity," highlights the need to integrate OHS principles into workplace culture. The goal is to reduce workplace accidents and occupational illnesses, ultimately improving productivity.
At Harita Nickel, OHS Month is celebrated annually, with each business unit organizing different activities. The events begin and end with a formal ceremony, and each unit hosts various initiatives to boost participation and engagement.
Activities include sports competitions, OHS evaluations across departments, and a videography contest focused on OHS themes, all designed to emphasize the importance of occupational health and safety in the workplace.
Muksin Muhdin, OHS Trainer Supervisor at PT Trimegah Bangun Persada Tbk (TBP) and the chairman of OHS Month committee, explained that this year the company organized a variety of activities focused on occupational health and safety.
To promote workplace health, various sports competitions were held, including badminton, sepak takraw, basketball, volleyball, and running. Meanwhile, to enhance employees knowledge and awareness of workplace safety, the company hosted a First Aid Challenge, departmental Safety Accountability Program (SAP) evaluations, and a Best Performance ISO 45001 competition on Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems.
While other business units organized on-site activities, this year PT Surya Megah Pertiwi (MSP) focused on online competitions, utilizing digital platforms. These included a safety-themed drawing competition for employees children and a “Caring for Colleagues” video competition for employees.
Fajar Aprianto, Safety Operational Supervisor at PT Megah Surya Pertiwi (MSP), explained that the drawing competition involving employees children conveyed the message that workplace safety is not only important for the employees but also holds significant meaning for the families waiting at home.
The “Caring for Colleagues” video competition reminded employees to be more aware of their surroundings. When noticing any potential hazards caused by a colleague, Harita employees are encouraged to speak up as a gesture of care and responsibility.
Like other business units, PT Halmahera Jaya Feronikel (HJF) organized activities to raise employee awareness of occupational health and safety. This effort aligns with the company's goal of achieving Zero Loss Time Injury (LTI) in its operations. LTI refers to work-related accidents that cause permanent disability or result in lost workdays. To achieve the Zero LTI target, support from all levels of the organization is essential.
HJF’s OHS Month activities not only focused on employees but also engaged the local community. These activities included free health check-ups and medical treatments, beach cleanups, and OHS education sessions for high school students at SMA Tunas Muda in Kawasi Village.
The involvement of the community and attention to environmental care reflects the company’s commitment to the principles of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG), aiming to create a positive impact on the surrounding environment and society.
PT Halmahera Persada Lygend (HPL) also supported K3 awareness by organizing engaging and enjoyable activities. Events like the "Run for Fun and Color Run" encouraged employees to join in running and Zumba sessions together. More than 200 employees participated in the activities held at the Living Quarter area. Bambang A. Kader, Safety Trainer at HPL and chairman of the OHS Month committee, noted that making the event enjoyable helped employees better understand OHS education without feeling overwhelmed.
He hopes that a strong OHS culture will enhance company performance and productivity. “The goal is to foster a sense of care and responsibility among employees. With stronger connections, they will feel more comfortable reminding each other about safety when they notice any unsafe conditions,” he explained.
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