Semen Baturaja Holds Fire Drill Training for Employees and Power Experts

BATURAJA – PT Semen Baturaja Tbk (SMBR) as a subsidiary of PT Semen Indonesia (Persero) Tbk (SIG) held fire drill training which was attended by 130 employees and power experts. This activity took place at the Wisma Ganesha Hall, Baturaja, Ogan Komering Ulu (OKU) Regency, Wednesday (16/7/2024), with the aim of training preparedness and abilities in dealing with fire emergency situations.

The training, which involved the SMBR Safety, Health & Environment Unit in collaboration with the OKU District Fire Department (Damkar), was attended by SMBR Main Director Suherman Yahya and SMBR Plant Vice President of Technology Eko David Irawan. The speakers invited included the Head of the Prevention Division of the OKU District Service, Yatino, OKU District Fire and Rescue Personnel Andang Duwi Harmoko and Afriadi.

SMBR President Director Suherman Yahya on that occasion emphasized the importance of this training as part of the company’s commitment to maintaining the occupational safety and health of all employees. “Work safety is Semen Baturaja’s top priority. “Through this training, we hope that all participants can understand the correct evacuation procedures and be able to face emergency situations calmly and appropriately,” said Suherman.

This activity is part of SMBR’s efforts to support the Safety Promotion and Safety Refreshment aspects, as well as mitigating the risk of danger in the workplace to achieve Zero Accident. Apart from that, this training is also one of the company’s efforts to fulfill the Key Performance Indicator (KPI) Safety Performance, with a target of achieving 0 (zero) for the Number of Fire Accidents (NoFA).

Yatino, a representative from the Ogan Komering Ulu (OKU) Fire Department (Damkar), shared material and experience when handling fires. “We really appreciate Semen Baturaja’s initiative in holding this training. Good preparedness and fire handling skills are very important to minimize the risk and impact of fire incidents,” he explained.

Fire drill training material includes theory about the causes and prevention of fires, to direct practice in using fire extinguishers and evacuation simulations. With this training, it is hoped that all participants will be better prepared and responsive in dealing with fire emergency situations in their work environment.

SMBR continues to be committed to creating a safe working environment for all employees and energy experts, as well as supporting efforts to improve work safety through various training and outreach programs. (*)