Industry-leading approach to EHS
Performing work safely and in an environmentally sound manner
At GE, environmental health and safety (EHS) is a responsibility we take very seriously. It’s a commitment we make to all our employees, customers and all other stakeholders – because it helps save businesses and lives.
By upholding the industry’s highest standards, GE meets or exceeds all client and regulatory requirements. We continually improve our processes with a system of clear objectives and monitoring practices. We review past performance
and regularly incorporate best practices from affiliated companies and external sources, including clients and non-government organisations (NGOs).
No matter where or what the project, safety comes first.
Third-party certifications
- ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems
- Safety Contractor Checklist (VCA)
- Petroleum Industry Training Service (PITS)
- ATEX
Minimizing risk? Check.
There are safety checks on every project. ISO 9001 and 14001 certification ensures consistency and rigour in all aspects of our work. Our EHS team takes an active role from initial proposal to in-field activity. Each project begins with risk identification moving through to detailed mitigation plans and in-field controls that continually re-assess hazards and take appropriate measures where needed. Fully documenting and reviewing activities helps to avoid hazards on current projects and improves avoidance in the future.
Leading the industry in EHS training
A comprehensive training program raises the skills and competencies of all personnel involved. Our commitment to EHS is demonstrated by an average of 16,274 EHS training units completed annually – more than 17 units per employee. Every GE PII Pipeline Solutions business employee has at least a basic, comprehensive EHS awareness course. On-site personnel and Project Managers have detailed and documented EHS training plans including regular refresher courses. Our Project Managers are formally certified, making them EHS specialists for effective hazard identification, risk assessment, mitigation and management.
Health and safety initiatives
Significant EHS improvements are made annually to ensure all reasonable steps are taken to avoid injury and illness, including:
- Improved and systematic training across the organisation
- Development, implementation and communication of clear policies and procedures
- Routine and rigorous auditing of processes
- Weekly communications to all employees on EHS practices
- Proactive approach to resolving potential issues through Near Miss reporting
- Routine fitness-for-duty medical surveys
3-year summary of results
- 34% lower Injury & Illness rate*
- Injury & Illness rate 83% lower than industry average**
- 44% fewer Days Away From Work*
- Days Away From Work rate 89% lower than industry
average** - 755% increase in Near Miss reports
* rates based on OSHA recordables per 200,000 work hours
** based on NAICS code 213112 – “Pipe testing services, oil and gas field, on a contract basis”
Enhanced environmental performance
Our philosophy on maximizing pipeline utilization includes preventing pollution – and this is best accomplished through early defect identification and appropriate remediation.
We have ensured that all our operations comply with legislative requirements and minimize environmental impact by implementing an Environmental Management System (EMS) certified to ISO 14001. This system’s annual performance highlights include:
- 10% reduction in hazardous waste disposal
- 5% reduction in energy usage
For more information on our EHS initiatives, click here.
For more information, please contact:
Philip Sayer
philip.sayer@ge.com
