Ceremony overview
The ceremony, held at the Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre, began with the national anthem of the United Arab Emirates. Following this, Engineer Hatem Dhiyab Al Mussa, CEO of Sharjah National Oil Corporation (SNOC), delivered a speech welcoming the President of SNOC and the attendees. He emphasised that health and safety are not just priorities but represent actual values for every project, determining its operation, leadership, and growth.
Focus on health and safety
Al Mussa noted that the expo, in its second year, focuses on providing a safe and healthy work environment. He affirmed that while changes in projects worldwide are numerous, health and safety remain constant and evolve to support the growth of projects and their workers across various sectors.
Responsibilities of specialised institutions
The CEO of SNOC explained that sectors operate in a dynamic environment, with partners' aspirations growing. It is the responsibility of specialised institutions to drive progress and effectively implement health and safety measures, ensuring project continuity and growth.
Technical workshops and solutions
He also mentioned that the expo hosts technical workshops discussing ways to enhance health and safety, encouraging innovative thinking to find suitable solutions for sector sustainability, achieving "zero" injuries at work sites, and investing in human resources to create an environment that improves work quality.
Gratitude and acknowledgments
Al Mussa concluded by expressing gratitude to everyone who contributed to organising the expo, including participating government and private entities, strategic partners, speakers, and organisers who are helping develop the health, safety, and environment sector for a sustainable future.
Panel discussion on compliance
The event featured a panel discussion titled "Project Life Cycle Strategies for Contractor Compliance," where a group of experts focused on health, safety, and environmental issues, as well as developing and enhancing emergency response stages. They also stressed the importance of conducting studies on the current situation to support the continuity and interests of projects.
Importance of recommendations and collaboration
The speakers emphasised the importance of taking recommendations and communicating with various sectors through field visits and strengthening collaboration with strategic partners. The session discussed several examples of projects in the Emirate of Sharjah that implemented health and safety standards without recording any injuries, accidents, or human and moral losses.
Establishing a culture of health and safety
The session highlighted the importance of establishing a culture of health and safety within organisations, reviewing various models from both the country and abroad to ensure sustainability. It also stressed the need to raise awareness among employees about the importance of maintaining health and safety by providing specialised training courses for workers in organisations and projects.
Crisis management plans
The session discussed the development of crisis management plans, their practical implementation, and compliance with health specifications and standards, focusing on the safety of workers and the project. It also addressed various challenges facing projects, both material and moral, some of which are beyond control, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, and how to overcome such challenges.
Discussion on standards
The session concluded with a discussion on health, safety, and environmental standards built through reviewing best practices, engaging with partners, and listening to developmental feedback. This contributes to spreading a general culture and commitment to standards while exiting projects without injuries or accidents.
Exhibition tour
His Highness the Deputy Ruler of Sharjah toured the accompanying exhibition, getting acquainted with the participation of various governmental and private entities specialised in health, safety, and the environment, as well as the diverse services they offer to the exhibition visitors.
Goals of the exhibition
The exhibition aims to drive progress by enhancing collaboration, exchanging knowledge, and implementing solutions that benefit institutions, industries, and society as a whole amidst the challenges faced by various sectors. This includes the evolution of regulations and environmental responsibilities, as well as ensuring the safety of the workforce. The exhibition encourages companies and institutions to move from mere compliance with laws to establishing a culture of leadership and proactive management in health, safety, and environmental fields.
Future agenda
The Health, Safety, and Environment Expo 2025 is organised to set an agenda for the future of safety and environmental responsibility in work environments. The exhibition enjoys support from sponsors and partners, along with several universities from across the country, reflecting a strong commitment to collaboration as a foundation for achieving progress.
Training and live demonstrations
The exhibition includes discussion panels and practical training sessions, along with live shows covering important topics such as emergency preparedness, workplace risk mitigation, sustainability strategies, expert insights on the evolution of health, safety, and environmental systems in Sharjah, and the adoption of the latest innovative preventive measures. The exhibition will also highlight the latest technologies in risk management, occupational health, and environmental safety.
Attendance at the launch
The launch of the exhibition was attended by Sheikh Khalid bin Abdullah Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Sharjah Ports, Customs, and Free Zones Authority; Sheikh Mohammed bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Chairman of the Petroleum Department; Sheikh Saif bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Director of the Prevention and Safety Authority; Hana Saif Al Suwaidi, Chairperson of the Environment and Protected Areas Authority (EPAA); Dr. Abdulaziz bin Batti Al Muhairi, Chairman of the Sharjah Health Authority; and Saeed Al Suwaidi, Chairman of Sharjah Electricity, Water, and Gas Authority, along with several senior officials and representatives of the participating entities in the exhibition.
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