Wah Seong Corporation Berhad Annual Report 2017

THE YEAR IN BRIEF WAH SEONG CORPORATION BERHAD ANNUAL REPORT 2017 11 Material Matters Health, Safety & Environment An excellent Health, Safety and Environment (“HSE”) performance is central to the responsible delivery of WASCO’s products and services. Ensuring that everyone goes home safe from our workplace is our number one priority. We have a “zero harm” to people, property and environment goal in all of WASCO’s operations. We also strive to prevent any damage to our assets and are mindful of the impact of our activities to the environment. We manage HSE risk across our global operations through clear standards, control and compliance systems combined with a behavioural safety-focused culture. Our Group standards and operating procedures define the controls and physical barriers we require to prevent incidents. We regularly inspect, test and maintain these barriers to ensure they meet our standards. We also routinely prepare and practise our emergency response to potential incidents such as a chemical spill or a fire. This involves working closely with local services and regulatory agencies to jointly While driving, wear safety belt, obey speed limit, and do not use a mobile phone Do not smoke outside designated areas Work with a valid Permit when required Confirm energy isolation before commercing work No alcohol or drugs while working Do not use mobile phone while walking, working and operating equipment Do not make unauthorised modifications to scaffold Use correct Personal Protective Equipment Use suitable and certified lifting equipment Work at height only with proper fall protection Secure load prior to lifting and transportation Do not walk under a suspended load test our plans and procedures. These tests continually improve our readiness to respond. If an incident does occur we undertake an investigation to identify the root cause and put in place controls to prevent recurrences. We also have procedures in place to reduce the impact on people and the environment. We continue to strengthen the safety culture among our employees and contractors. We are committed to workplace improvement and environmental safety, consistent with international best practices. HSE is deeply embedded within our business culture as we prioritise continuous improvement in HSE and safety by reducing accidents, occupational injuries and work-related illness rates. We expect everyone working for us to intervene and stop work that may appear to be unsafe. In addition to our ongoing safety awareness programs we hold annual safety days to give employees and contractors time to reflect on how to prevent incidents. We expect everyone working for us to comply with WASCO’s 12 Non-Compromising Rules. If employees break these Rules, they face disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment. If contractors break these Rules, they can be removed from the worksite. SUSTAINABILITY STATEMENT