11 January 2024
Harita Nickel, through its subsidiary PT Halmahera Jaya Feronikel, conducted a “Safety Goes to School” program at SMA Tunas Muda in Kawasi Village on Saturday, January 20, 2024. The initiative, held as part of the 2024 National Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Month, aimed to raise awareness about the importance of OHS among students.
More than 60 students from various grade levels participated in two key training sessions: basic fire extinguishing techniques and safe driving practices. For the fire extinguishing session, the company deployed three Emergency Response Team (ERT) personnel and five members of the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Department to demonstrate fire suppression using a wet blanket.
“This program is designed to be engaging and educational, equipping students with essential skills in a fun and relatable way. For example, we likened fire suppression techniques to the skills of animated heroes in the Avatar series, empowering students to understand and manage fire effectively by learning about its chemical components,” explained Hendri Saputro, OHS Supervisor at Harita Nickel.
Hendri further explained that this educational program aims to introduce OHS practices that can be applied in daily life, whether at home or school. This aligns with Harita Nickel’s commitment to OHS, which emphasizes maintaining safe operational activities through a culture of safety while also creating a positive social impact in the community.
“We believe that the young generation participating in this program will become agents of change who can carry forward the culture of OHS in the future, starting within their immediate environment. Additionally, we distributed 65 reusable water bottles to students and teachers as part of our commitment to reducing single-use plastic waste,” Hendri stated.
Representing the principal of SMA Tunas Muda, Marlon Vergi Kurama expressed appreciation for Harita Nickel’s continued dedication to building the capacity of Obi Island’s younger generation. “This program is invaluable in broadening the knowledge of teenage students, who are increasingly relied upon by their families. It equips them with the ability to identify potential risks in their homes and schools and to understand prevention and mitigation measures,” said Marlon.
Marlon hopes that educational programs like this could be conducted on an ongoing basis to broaden students’ understanding of potential risks. “Other risks, such as electrical hazards and earthquakes, could serve as additional engaging topics for student education. We look forward to continued collaboration with Harita Nickel in developing smart and safety-conscious young generations through OHS training,” Marlon added.
Ikra Jouronga, the Student Council President of SMA Tunas Muda Kawasi, shared her positive experience, highlighting the practical benefits of the materials provided by the Harita Nickel team. “The training was very useful and easy to understand, making it simple to apply in daily life at home and school,” Ikra said.
In addition to the Safety Goes to School program, Harita Nickel’s National OHS Month social initiatives included a Healthy Movement and Coastal Cleanup activity in Kawasi and a Health Education and Free Medical Check-up program.
This year, the National OHS Month carries the theme Foster an OHS Culture: Healthy and Safe at Work, Sustaining Business Continuity. “In alignment with this theme, Harita Nickel aims to extend the spirit of OHS culture beyond our operations to the surrounding community. We recognize that companies and communities exist within a shared socio-economic ecosystem, working hand in hand to advance Indonesia’s economy, especially in South Halmahera,” Hendri concluded.
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