Chemical Production
Ensure safety, compliance, and operational efficiency in your chemical production processes with VeilighEHS. Our comprehensive EHS management solution is designed to address the unique challenges of the chemical production industry in Africa, ensuring adherence to local and international regulations while enhancing overall safety and environmental performance.
INCIDENT MANAGEMENT
Effectively report and track incidents in line with industry-specific requirements such as the Chemical Industries Regulation (CIR) and international standards like the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and ISO 45001. Monitor key safety metrics, including Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR), Lost-Time Incident Rate (LTIR), and chemical spill incidents. Conduct detailed accident investigations to identify root causes and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence, ensuring the safety of workers and the environment.
OBSERVATIONS MANAGEMENT
Report and track hazardous conditions and unsafe behaviors within your chemical production facilities. Gain actionable insights into trends and patterns to implement preventive measures. Ensure that corrective actions are promptly executed to avoid future incidents and maintain a safe working environment.
INSPECTIONS, AUDITS & FINDINGS
Conduct comprehensive EHS audits and inspections using customizable checklists tailored to the chemical production industry. Assess compliance with local regulations such as local Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) guidelines and international standards like OSHA and ISO 45001. Monitor plant performance, equipment integrity, and process safety. Track findings and implement corrective actions to maintain the highest standards of safety and operational integrity.
REPORTING
Document and track incidents involving chemical spills, work-related injuries, and illnesses. Generate and submit compliant incident reports efficiently, ensuring alignment with local and international regulatory bodies such as the EPA and OSHA. The app allows for both electronic and printed reports, saving time and ensuring regulatory compliance.
ALERT & NOTIFICATION MANAGEMENT
Enhance communication across your operations with real-time alerts and notifications. Ensure that all team members are promptly informed about safety updates, compliance changes, and emergency situations. This feature supports rapid response to potential hazards, minimizing risks to both safety and the environment.
OFFLINE CAPABILITIES
Maintain operational efficiency even in areas with limited internet connectivity. VeilighEHS allows you to access, record, and manage safety data offline. Once connectivity is restored, the data syncs back to the cloud, ensuring continuous and reliable EHS management without disruption.
APPROVALS MANAGEMENT
Streamline your operational workflow with an integrated approvals management system. Automate the approval processes for new safety protocols, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and policy changes. Ensure swift review and approval by relevant authorities to maintain compliance and operational efficiency.
ACTION MANAGEMENT
Organize and track all safety actions from initiation to resolution. Assign responsibilities, set deadlines, and monitor the progress of corrective actions. Ensure timely and effective resolution of safety issues to uphold safety standards and regulatory compliance. This feature helps in managing tasks related to chemical handling, equipment maintenance, and employee training. VeilighEHS empowers chemical production companies to maintain the highest levels of safety, compliance, and operational efficiency, ensuring the health and safety of both employees and the environment.
Case Studies
PLEASE NOTE:
Some clients prefer not to be named, so we’ve purposefully removed their company name from these articles. However, they have approved for us to share the stories of their experiences with Veiligh.
Reducing Chemical Spill Response Time by 40% at Large Manufacturing Plant
A large chemical manufacturing plant producing various industrial chemicals, faced significant challenges in managing chemical spill incidents and ensuring compliance with local and international regulations.
Challenges
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Frequent chemical spill incidents.
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Ensuring compliance with local EPA regulations and international standards like OSHA.
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Managing incident reporting and response times.
Solution
VeilighEHS was implemented to address these challenges:
Incident Management:
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Efficiently report and track chemical spill incidents.
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Measure key metrics such as spill response times and effectiveness of corrective actions.
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Conduct thorough investigations to identify root causes and prevent recurrence.
Alert & Notification Management:
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Enhance communication with real-time alerts and notifications during spill incidents.
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Ensure prompt response and coordination among emergency teams.
Action Management:
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Organize and track all safety actions related to chemical spill response and cleanup.
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Assign responsibilities, set deadlines, and monitor progress to ensure timely resolution.
Results
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Improved Spill Response: Reduced chemical spill response times by 40%.
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Enhanced Compliance: Ongoing compliance with EPA regulations and OSHA standards.
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Effective Corrective Actions: Significant reduction in repeat spill incidents.
Optimizing EHS Processes at a Petrochemical Plant
A petrochemical plant producing various petroleum-based products, required a comprehensive EHS management system to streamline safety processes and ensure compliance with stringent regulations.
Challenges
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Managing EHS compliance with multiple regulatory bodies.
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Tracking and improving safety performance metrics.
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Implementing effective corrective actions.
Solution
VeilighEHS provided the petrochemical plant with:
Inspections, Audits & Findings:
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Conduct regular EHS audits and inspections using customizable checklists.
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Assess compliance with EPA, OSHA, and ISO 45001 standards.
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Track findings and implement corrective actions promptly.
Observations Management:
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Report and track hazardous conditions and unsafe behaviors.
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Gain insights into trends to implement preventive measures.
Reporting:
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Document and track incidents efficiently.
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Generate and submit compliant incident reports to regulatory bodies.
Results
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Optimized EHS Processes: Streamlined EHS management, reducing administrative burdens.
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Improved Safety Metrics: 30% improvement in key safety performance metrics.
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Enhanced Compliance: Ensured compliance with EPA, OSHA, and ISO 45001 standards.
Improving Worker Safety at Pesticide Production Facility
A pesticide production facility manufacturing various agricultural chemicals, needed to enhance worker safety and ensure compliance with local and international safety standards.
Challenges
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High-risk production processes involving hazardous chemicals.
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Ensuring compliance with Ghana EPA and international safety standards.
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Managing incident reporting and corrective actions.
Solution
VeilighEHS was implemented to tackle these challenges:
Incident Management:
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Track and report incidents involving hazardous chemical exposure.
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Measure key safety metrics such as TRIR and LTIR.
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Conduct detailed accident investigations to identify root causes.
Inspections, Audits & Findings:
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Perform regular safety audits and inspections using tailored checklists.
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Ensure compliance with Ghana EPA and international standards.
Offline Capabilities:
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Maintain operational efficiency even with limited internet connectivity.
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Access, record, and manage safety data offline, syncing to the cloud once connectivity is restored.
Results
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Improved Worker Safety: 35% reduction in incidents involving hazardous chemical exposure.
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Effective Corrective Actions: Timely resolution of safety issues, enhancing overall safety culture.