Delivering Sustainable Value For Our Stakeholders Delivering Sustainable Value For Our Stakeholders Press Metal Aluminium Holdings Berhad 154 155 Integrated Annual Report 2023 Empowering Our People and Enriching Our Communities Noise Management We are committed to protecting our employees from exposure to hazardous noise at the workplace. At PMI, noise barriers have been installed at various locations to control noise exposure levels within permissible limits. Meanwhile, PMBA collaborated with Universiti Malaya to enhance facility noise management and raise employee awareness on noise exposure and hearing conservation. Ergonomic Risk Assessment An ergonomic risk assessment is typically conducted to identify potential ergonomic hazards and risk factors that may lead to discomfort or musculoskeletal injuries. This assessment was carried out by PMBtu, PMBA and PMAR in FYE2023. Following the assessment, appropriate control measures were implemented to improve workplace ergonomics across these entities. Enhancing Employee Health and Welfare We prioritise our employees’ health and well-being by offering medical care alongside required health screenings and our annual health surveillance programme. We have in place four (4) certified safety and health officers to uphold workplace safety regulations, such as compliance with OSHA and other relevant standards. To ensure prompt access to medical assistance, designated medical transport, in-house clinics and audiometric rooms are available at our Sarawak operations. In PMBtu, a dedicated medical team comprising one (1) doctor, two (2) medical assistants, three (3) nurses and one (1) health assistant is always on standby. On an annual basis, Press Metal organises health surveillance programmes to check on the health and well-being of our employees at our Sarawak operations and our entities in China. In one (1) of our EHS campaigns held at Sarawak operation, we organised a general health screening that includes female-specific health check-ups such as breast cancer screening as well as mental health assessments and cholesterol level checks. Recognising the sensitivity of medical information, we adhere to stringent protocols in managing medical records. Medical data is securely stored and access is restricted to designated EHS and Human Resource personnel only. Employees’ health data remains confidential and is not disclosed without their consent, aligning with the Malaysia PDPA 2010. Bolstering Health and Safety Training Comprehensive range of training programmes were offered that aimed at enhancing the health and safety knowledge of our employees and contractors. These programmes are tailored to fortify employee knowledge and are supported by HIARODC evaluations, enabling us to determine the necessary training categories for each individual. Upon completion, employees are trained with expanded skill sets and enhanced problem-solving abilities, enabling them to make better decisions regarding workplace health and safety issues. To ensure continued relevance, we regularly review and update our training initiatives, with feedback collected through a training evaluation form post-completion. During FYE2023, we conducted a variety of programmes for our employees and contractors, including: Training Programme Objectives and Outcomes EHS Training • Aimed at equipping employees, especially new hires, with essential knowledge, skills and awareness to maintain safe working environments. • Topics covered: EHS induction training, chemical management training, PPE training, ISO awareness training, HIARODC training, EAIA training, waste management training and One Point Lessons. Total number of training sessions: 1,619 Safety 360 Training • Objectives include achieving zero (0) accidents, enhancing our employees’ 360-degree safety perspective, transforming our safety culture and fostering increased ownership and responsibility on safety. Total number of training sessions: 116 Health Awareness • A range of programmes including: Hearing Conservation Programme, Health Screening Programme, Heat Stroke Prevention Training, Vaccination Programme and health talks by the Ministry of Health. Total number of training sessions: 81 Empowering Our People and Enriching Our Communities Initiatives to Eliminate Hazards and Reduce OHS Risks Press Metal utilises the hierarchy of controls as a way of determining actions to control exposure to OHS risks. We have identified various exposed risks and outlined our mitigating actions based on the five (5) levels of actions hierarchy of controls, as shown below: Hierarchy of Controls Actions Elimination - Eliminated processes involving the use of hazardous equipment, machines, tools or materials. Substitution - Identified alternative methods and/ or tools for specific tasks. - Replaced the use of forklifts in the billet alignment process with alternative tool. Engineering Controls - Reviewed the associated risks of activities in accident-prone areas using HIARODC, identified areas for improvement and made changes to our workplace standards, specifications and designs. - Installed cameras in operational vehicles (front and rear). - Modified and redesigned our workplace layout and equipment. - Conducted a workplace noise reduction pilot project. - Enhanced forklift safety by installing speed limiters and upgrading horns. - Installed overhead crane sirens, safety lights and solar cat eyes to improve overall safety protocols within the workplace. - Enhanced the safety of lifting equipment to eliminate potential hazards. Administrative Controls - Reviewed and updated our SOPs to enhance the management of OHS risks, distributed the revised procedures and rules to employees and conducted training for all relevant personnel. - Established and implemented a competency module for employees. - Reviewed and revised training materials meticulously to ensure comprehensive coverage of all aspects and that employees are thoroughly equipped and well-prepared for their respective tasks. - Enhanced OHS compliance monitoring by carrying out daily inspections and surveillance of work areas to identify and rectify unsafe conditions. Personal Protective Equipment - Regularly reviewed the adequacy and suitability of personal protective equipment (“PPE”) during annual HIARODC reviews. - Enforced the use of complete PPE during working hours. - Provided training on the proper usage of PPE to all employees and contractors. Safety Production Month Campaigns We strive to reinforce safety by cultivating a culture of safety awareness through regular campaigns. Our manufacturing entities initiated their EHS campaigns to enhance EHS awareness and promote a safe working environment among employees. These campaigns feature various activities such as booth exhibitions, beach cleaning, blood donation drives, health screenings, fire extinguisher demonstrations conducted by BOMBA, sukaneka (sports day), and fun runs. Additionally, PMBtu launched an electrolysis safety and production quality campaign in line with Safety Production Month. PMI Gotong Royong PMS collaboration with BOMBA Commuting and Road Safety Commuting and road safety is reinforced through the establishment of a dedicated task force to promote road safety within our facilities. The task force identifies and addresses potential road hazards, implements control measures to manage risks and ensures the competency and discipline of vehicle operators. A management plan is also in place to support the task force’s work, involving regular meetings and continuous monitoring of planned implementations – covering road repairs, road redesigning and traffic management – to drive a safer work environment.
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