People are the biggest assets and pillars of success for every organization. For sustainable growth, organizations should ensure the safety and wellbeing of their employees. At BMW Industries, we have prioritized the safety of all employees, contractor workers and third-party vendors. We give safety top importance by creating a workplace that adheres to and often exceeds all health and safety norms and standards. We ensure better productivity and reduce the risks of accidents and injuries. A safe workplace is a more productive workplace. This understanding of safety is incorporated into every aspect of our operations.
The 5E model is crucial for maintaining high safety standards and operational efficiency within the organization. Here are the 5 E’s of safety:
BMW Industries makes sure everyone is prepared to deal with emergencies and follow safety guidelines. Through regular training, workshops, and safety drills, we educate employees as well as visitors about the possible risks and safety procedures to raise awareness and reduce incidents.
BMW Industries prioritizes creating a safe and healthy work environment by ensuring adequate lighting, ventilation, and cleanliness in the factories. This also includes lowering exposure to toxic substances and maintaining ergonomic standards to reduce the risk of injuries and worker fatigue easy access to basic facilities, rest areas, mobile phones zones as well as moving machines with audio warnings are a standard.
By investing in modern equipment and following strict safety measures, we ensure that our facilities are safe for every worker. This also includes adding safety guards, emergency stop buttons, and fail-safe mechanisms. Some of the things may seem a bit much at the beginning, but believe us, it is in the best interest of all.
Safety is an ongoing process, and we regularly update our safety measures to make sure they are effective and constantly modified based on feedback and changing conditions. The workers on the shop floor are an essential part of this process ensuring it is bottom up, and not top down.
BMW Industries implements strict safety standards including regular inspections and audits and ensures that those safety protocols are followed in every aspect of operations.
Employees are at the forefront of BMW Industries Limited. We implement strict safety measures to prioritize their safety and well-being. Education ensures that this becomes an integral part of their thinking, whether at home or at work. Here are some of the measures we follow to ensure a secure work environment:
We have a safety manual stating all policies regarding safety implementation in all the activities that we do. We try and work towards fostering a culture of empowerment through safety protocols, implementing work permit procedures, adhering to the safety precautions at work at heights, loading and unloading vehicles. These working guidelines are developed by employers with strong support from management and active participation from employees.
We make sure that all the equipment that is used is in good condition and works efficiently. We have introduced systems like ‘KAVACH’ which is a fall arrester arrangement while lashing operation to eliminate any slip, trip and fall from the trailer bed. We also make sure to identify and use the right equipment for the right purpose.
BMW Industries conducts regular safety audits to identify the risks which are not yet adequately covered under EHS hazard and risk matrix. We check the existing safeguards to assess further safeguards based on likelihood and consequence matrix. These audits help to recognize areas for improvement and lower the likelihood of accidents.
A regular health check-up program is on the card for all employees working inside the plant. This includes regular eye check-ups for crane operators and others. Testing of BP and all regular health check-ups which fall under primary testing is done to ensure no one is attending the work without being physically fit and healthy. BMW Industries ensures the physical and mental well-being of the employees.
Here are some of the safety training programs that BMW Industries offers:
We prioritize employee wellbeing and workplace safety by offering comprehensive fire and first aid training. Our training addresses vital issues such as fire prevention, emergency evacuation, proper use of fire extinguishers, and response to medical crises. By offering regular training and guidance to employees, we ensure reducing the risks of accidents, improving our safety protocols, and ensuring the safety of our employees. This commitment to training not only lowers the risks of accidents but also reflects our commitment to our employees’ safety and well-being.
Awareness plays a vital role in preventing workplace accidents. Fire is considered one of the most common risks, we are committed to creating awareness which can help to ensure a safe workplace. A fire breakout can lead to fatalities, property damage, and so on.
To prevent these outcomes, we implemented proper fire control measures to raise awareness through fire safety and prevention training programs. The skills and knowledge gained by the employees through this training program prepare employees to respond quickly during emergencies.
Road Safety is perceived to be one of the most hazardous areas. We undertake customized road safety training programs for vehicle drivers and others. We have clear instructions to all moving inside the plant to use pedestrian paths while walking. Parking of vehicles in designated areas. Maintain speed limits as displayed through our complete road safety initiatives.
Working at height is a high-risk job, if proper safety arrangements are not made. Safety training is a common requirement for working at height. We provide training programs to equip employees with the required knowledge and skills to perform tasks at height while maintaining safety. The program generally aims to provide training to prevent falls and other possible risks while employees are working at heights.
BMW Industries adheres to both local and global safety standards, assuring a safe and secure work environment for every team member.
Our personalized safety training programs are intended to identify gaps in safe working conditions and plug those gaps to ensure likelihoods of accidents are minimized, safe operational practices, responding quickly in case of emergencies, and overall workplace safety guidelines. We perform complete safety audits to recognize possible risks and offer recommendations to improve safety measures in the workplace.
Safety has no excuses, no conditions. Safety is mandatory and must be in the DNA of everybody associated with us. We shall not compromise safety for anything. Let us take a pledge that “We will adhere to all safety Procedure and shall not compromise safety while working at BMW Industries Limited come what may. By doing that we will follow all daily activities related to safety like Toolbox Meeting (TBM), we will take a safety pause in all meetings to discuss and improve safety standards at our workplace.
