Policy Statement
Afik Energy Ltd is committed to conducting all operations in a manner that protects the health and safety of our employees, clients, contractors, visitors, host communities, and the environment. We recognise that excellent HSE performance is fundamental to sustainable business growth and operational excellence.
We believe that every incident is preventable, and we are dedicated to maintaining a safe working environment through effective risk management, continuous training, strict compliance with regulatory requirements, and a culture of accountability at all levels of the organisation.
Our HSE Objectives
Zero Harm
Prevent injuries, occupational illnesses, and unsafe conditions across all operations and project sites.
Environmental Protection
Minimise environmental impact through responsible resource use, pollution prevention, and sustainable practices.
Regulatory Compliance
Comply with all applicable Nigerian HSE laws, industry regulations, and recognised international standards.
Continuous Improvement
Continuously improve HSE performance through monitoring, audits, training, reporting, and corrective actions.
Our Commitments
To achieve our HSE objectives, Afik Energy Ltd commits to:
- Providing a safe and healthy working environment for all personnel.
- Identifying hazards and implementing effective risk control measures before work begins.
- Ensuring all employees receive appropriate HSE training and competency development.
- Supplying and enforcing the use of suitable personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Promoting open communication and encouraging the reporting of hazards, near misses, and incidents.
- Investigating incidents promptly and implementing corrective and preventive actions.
- Integrating HSE considerations into project planning, procurement, construction, commissioning, and maintenance activities.
Safety Management
Safety is our licence to operate. Every employee, contractor, and visitor is expected to comply with established safety procedures and actively participate in maintaining a safe workplace.
Risk Assessment
Conducting task-specific risk assessments before commencing work activities.
Permit-to-Work
Implementing permit-to-work systems for high-risk operations and confined activities.
Emergency Preparedness
Maintaining emergency response plans, drills, fire protection systems, and evacuation procedures.
Site Monitoring
Performing regular inspections, toolbox talks, behavioural safety observations, and compliance monitoring.
Environmental Responsibility
As an energy infrastructure company, we recognise our responsibility to protect the environment and support sustainable development.
Our environmental initiatives include waste segregation and responsible disposal, spill prevention and response preparedness, efficient use of fuel, water, and energy resources, emissions reduction measures where practicable, protection of soil, water bodies, and surrounding ecosystems, and compliance with environmental permits and statutory requirements.
We continually evaluate opportunities to improve environmental performance and promote cleaner energy solutions such as LPG and CNG infrastructure.
Roles & Responsibilities
Management
Provide leadership, resources, oversight, and accountability for effective HSE implementation across the organisation.
Supervisors
Ensure work is executed safely, procedures are followed, and personnel are adequately briefed and supervised.
Employees & Contractors
Follow HSE procedures, use PPE correctly, report hazards promptly, and stop work if unsafe conditions exist.
Training & Competence
Afik Energy Ltd ensures that personnel are competent to perform their assigned duties safely and effectively. Training programmes include:
- HSE induction for employees and contractors
- Toolbox meetings and task briefings
- Fire prevention and emergency response
- First aid awareness
- Working at height and confined space safety
- Environmental awareness and spill response procedures
Community & Social Responsibility
We strive to maintain positive relationships with host communities and stakeholders by operating responsibly, respecting local environments, supporting local participation where feasible, and communicating openly about our activities and safety expectations.
Our goal is to create lasting value while ensuring that our operations contribute positively to the communities in which we work.
Monitoring, Review & Continuous Improvement
This HSE Policy is communicated to all employees, contractors, and relevant stakeholders. Its implementation is monitored through inspections, audits, performance reviews, incident analysis, and management evaluation.
The policy is reviewed periodically to ensure continued suitability, effectiveness, legal compliance, and alignment with Afik Energy Ltd's strategic objectives and operational activities.