Quality Control and Product Safety Unit
It can be argued with confidence that in the field of laboratory chemical production, the consistency of product quality with the specifications stated on their labels is among the most important factors in gaining acceptance among consumers.
Introduction and History of the HSE Unit of Padideh Shimi Jam Knowledge-Based Company
The HSE unit of the knowledge-based company Padideh Shimi Jam (formerly Nili) was established in 1999, based on two principles: “Responsibility of all personnel regarding HSE-related matters” and “Prioritization of HSE considerations in all organizational activities.”
By considering the Integrated Management System (IMS) as an inseparable part of all its business activities, this unit is responsible for monitoring compliance with the requirements of the said system in design and engineering activities, operational execution, and services.
Right at the beginning of the company’s activities, a committee consisting of project managers for major projects was formed to organize human resources in the field of HSE, and the culture-building of implementing its regulations in the factory, as well as providing legal requirements in ongoing projects, was placed on the agenda.
The activities of the HSE unit at Padideh Shimi Jam entered a new phase in 2021, as the company was tasked with collaborating with an international Italian firm to execute the construction project of the Padideh Shimi Zanjan plant.
Policy, Strategies, and Objectives
The HSE manual of the knowledge-based company Padideh Shimi Jam was formulated in 2000, in accordance with the Health, Safety, and Environment Management System (HSE-MS) model, modeled after leading companies in the HSE field. The principles governing this manual are designed to meet the requirements and demands of HSE management standards and can serve as a guide for company personnel, employers, and intermediaries intending to evaluate the HSE management system.
The HSE manual is structured in such a way that the connection between existing risks in the organization and the organizational manager is systemized. This means that by acting according to the manual, the management of each unit can possess the capability to deal with various potential risks, lead the organization under their command in the event of a risk, assign individual responsibilities for any type of risk, determine how to evaluate the organization’s performance in facing risks, and organize personnel based on functions and processes.
In this way, errors can be prevented, and corrective measures for occurred issues as well as managing various changes in systems can be accomplished. In other words, this manual illustrates the relationships between components using a model. Right at the beginning of Padideh Shimi Jam’s activities, a committee consisting of company managers was formed to organize human resources in the field of HSE. Cultivating a culture for implementing its regulations in the factory and the corporate headquarters, as well as providing legal requirements for ongoing projects, was placed on the agenda.
Strategic HSE Goals of Padideh Shimi Jam Knowledge-Based Company
The HSE priorities of Padideh Shimi Jam Knowledge-Based Company are in line with the strategy of advancement in HSE processes. Achieving this is realized through the “preservation and protection of organizational assets (human resources, environment, reputation, and equipment)” as well as “achieving a proactive approach in HSE.”
The conceptual model of principles governing the HSE management system of Padideh Shimi Jam Knowledge-Based Company is based on interactions between all elements, under the umbrella of the leadership and commitment of the organization’s senior management. Senior managers are responsible for the availability and adequacy of resources required for the implementation of the Padideh Shimi Jam HSE manual, and they must ensure the execution and maintenance of HSE management systems and compliance with the requirements of this manual.
Responsibilities
The principles governing the HSE manual of Padideh Shimi Jam knowledge-based company have been formulated to meet the demands and requirements of ISO 18001:2007, ISO 14001:2004, ISO 9001:2008 standards and HSE-MS guidelines. The essence of HSE work is to supervise the performance of other units in a way that is effective in the HSE domain. Therefore, the main scope of this unit’s activity is first to fulfill legal duties and requirements, and subsequently, it has been realized in the field of personnel health and contractor agreements. The actions of the HSE unit can be presented in each of the following specialized areas:
Health
Maintaining and improving personnel health levels and preventing contagious and occupational diseases Formulating and implementing health improvement programs at the level of job groups and personal hygiene Preventing occupational hazards and reducing harmful environmental factors to create a healthy work environment Assessing health risks and formulating control programs to reduce risk levels
Safety
Mandating compliance with safety standards by personnel and contractors in all aspects of company activities Promoting safety culture and performance at all levels Preventing accidents in work environments and minimizing them Conducting safety inspections and assessments with a focus on ongoing projects Analysis of disabling accidents and implementation of preventive and corrective actions Learning from accidents and reporting them
Environmental Management
Waste management and optimal consumption of resources and energy Reduction and, if possible, avoidance of spills and harmful outputs for the environment Participation and benchmarking in the activities of leading organizations in environmental issues Striving for the ideal of sustainable development based on environmental issues Reduction of potential harmful factors and negative environmental impacts of new and development projects/services and products to the minimum possible level
Energy Management
Integration of Energy Management System Integration and improvement of energy consumption and increasing factory efficiency Creating a proactive approach and sustainable development Reduction of energy consumption costs
Training
HSE training at the knowledge-based company Padideh Shimi Jam initially began with training for senior managers and continued with monthly training for HSE unit personnel and periodic exams. Then, this training was carried out for workshop personnel and finally achieved coherence by creating a course called the Comprehensive HSE Training System. To implement this training system, personnel of all parts of the company were divided into several groups (from managers to workers), and the type of training was assessed for these different groups. Then, using academic professors, the internal capacity of the company was upgraded to hold these training sessions.
We at the knowledge-based company Padideh Shimi Jam strive to take effective steps towards the promotion and development of the country’s infrastructure by having motivated personnel in a healthy, safe, and environmentally friendly environment.