FGV HOLDINGS BERHAD | SUSTAINABILITY REPORT 2022/2023 73 Additionally, our Group HSE has adopted guidelines from the Ministry of Health, known as the ‘Komuniti Sihat, Perkasa Negara’ (KOSPEN), emphasising occupational health and compliance with health and safety regulations. There are 11 on-site clinics in remote areas and in our plantations to offer free outpatient treatment, health check-ups and first aid for both occupational and non-occupational incidents/accidents among migrant workers on our plantations. Ambulances are available for patient transfers and medical teams provide basic occupational first aid training to employees. Engaging Employees for a Safer Workplace The active participation of employees and workers in OHS significantly contributes to a safer and productive workplace. The communication protocols for both internal and external channels are clearly defined in the SOP. Communication platforms for OHS include the FGV hub, internal memo, HSE notice board, posters, email blasts, workplace inspections, OHS committee meetings, awareness training and social media platforms. Every work site also has an established OHS committee, which is led by a chairman, a secretary and representatives from both management and workers. OHS Training In FY2022, 21 training programmes were conducted, including Emergency Response Team Training, HSE Training Need Analysis, Group HSE Strategic Plan, SOHELP-DIY Training, HIRARC & Chemical Management, Compliance and Handling for Palm Oil and Natural Rubber Mills, ERP for ERT, Chemical Safety Training, Scheduled Waste Management, HSE Benchmarking, ERT Competency Training, COSH 2022, and more. Implemented Guidelines on the Medical Surveillance Programme at the Workplace 2023 The Occupational Health Doctor (OHD) submitted a medical surveillance report Suppliers submitted a Safety Data Sheet (SDS), a comprehensive document that includes information on the properties of chemicals, ensuring the safe use, management, storage and disposal of hazardous substances Conducted a Noise Risk Assessment Report incorporating the Audiometric Testing provided by Noise Risk Assessment Assessor The Chemical Hazard Risk Assessment (CHRA) Assessor submitted a Chemical Health Risk Assessment Report An Ergonomic Risk Assessment Report was provided by an ergonomics-trained person Conducted a Health Screening Programme (HSP 3.0 PERKESO) Organised a health talk webinar series Conducted medical examinations during the pre-employment process PMCare provided medical coverage as part of employee benefits Occupational Health Services At FGV, we strive to create a workplace that promotes the physical, mental and social well-being of employees, minimises hazards and ensures compliance with health and safety regulations. To this end, we have occupational health services which prevent and address work-related injuries, illnesses and health hazards. Our initiatives for the year include: RESPECTING HUMAN RIGHTS Number of employees trained on health and safety standards 42,309 2023: 2022: 41,137 2021: 35,994
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