Energy
From production and distribution to maintenance and decommissioning. VeilighEHS offers a comprehensive EHS management solution tailored to the unique challenges of the energy sector in Africa, ensuring adherence to local and international regulations while enhancing overall safety and environmental performance.
INCIDENT MANAGEMENT
Effectively manage and track incidents to comply with industry-specific regulations such as the local Energy Commission standards, the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) standards, and ISO 14001 for environmental management. Monitor key safety metrics, including Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR), Lost-Time Incident Rate (LTIR), and Near Misses. Conduct thorough accident investigations to identify root causes and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence, ensuring both safety and environmental protection.
OBSERVATIONS MANAGEMENT
Report and track hazardous conditions and unsafe behaviors in the workplace. Use VeilighEHS to gain insights into trends and patterns, helping you to implement preventive measures. Ensure that corrective actions are promptly implemented to avoid incidents and ensure employee safety. Leverage analytics to enhance understanding of safety performance across your organization.
INSPECTIONS, AUDITS & FINDINGS
Conduct comprehensive EHS audits and inspections using customizable checklists tailored to the energy sector. Assess compliance with local regulations such as country specific Energy Commission requirements, as well as international standards like IEC, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001. Monitor equipment integrity, plant performance, and safety processes. Track findings and implement corrective actions to maintain the highest standards of safety and operational integrity.
REPORTING
Document and track incidents involving work-related injuries, illnesses, and environmental impacts at your facilities and sites. Generate and submit compliant incident reports efficiently, ensuring alignment with local and international regulatory bodies such as the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and ISO standards. 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 personnel 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 equipment maintenance, environmental monitoring, and employee training.
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.
Enhancing Safety Compliance at a Solar Energy Farm
A solar energy farm responsible for generating renewable energy, faced challenges in maintaining EHS compliance and managing safety risks associated with large-scale solar panel installations and operations. The company needed a robust EHS solution to ensure both worker safety and environmental protection.
Challenges
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Ensuring compliance with the local Energy Commission standards and international standards such as IEC 62446 for photovoltaic systems.
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Managing safety risks associated with solar panel installation and maintenance.
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Tracking and reporting environmental impacts and safety incidents.
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Enhancing communication and response times during safety incidents.
Solution
VeilighEHS was implemented to address these challenges comprehensively. The app's advanced features enabled the client to:
Incident Management:
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Efficiently report and track incidents, ensuring compliance with local and international standards.
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Measure key safety metrics such as TRIR and LTIR.
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Conduct thorough accident investigations to determine root causes and prevent recurrence.
Inspections, Audits & Findings:
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Use customizable checklists to perform regular audits and inspections of solar panel installations and facilities.
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Track findings and ensure compliance with local Energy Commission standards and IEC 62446.
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Implement corrective actions to address non-compliances promptly.
Alert & Notification Management:
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Enhance communication with real-time alerts and notifications, ensuring all team members are informed about safety updates and incidents.
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Facilitate rapid response to safety incidents, minimizing downtime and risks.
Action Management:
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Organize and track all safety actions related to equipment maintenance and environmental monitoring.
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Assign responsibilities, set deadlines, and monitor progress to ensure timely resolution of safety issues.
Results
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Improved Compliance: Regular audits and inspections ensured ongoing compliance with local Energy Commission standards and IEC 62446, reducing the risk of penalties.
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Enhanced Safety Performance: The client saw a 30% reduction in TRIR and LTIR within the first year, thanks to improved safety practices and timely corrective actions.
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Efficient Communication: Real-time alerts and notifications improved response times to safety incidents, minimizing operational downtime and ensuring worker safety.
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Effective Corrective Actions: Timely implementation of corrective actions led to a significant decrease in repeat incidents, enhancing overall safety culture.
25% improvement in key safety performance & Streamlining Safety Processes at a Hydroelectric Power Plant
A hydroelectric power plant generating electricity from a large dam, required a comprehensive EHS management system to streamline safety processes and ensure compliance with local and international regulations. The company aimed to improve overall safety performance and maintain high environmental standards.
Challenges
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Ensuring compliance with Ghana Energy Commission requirements, ISO 14001 for environmental management, and ISO 45001 for occupational health and safety.
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Managing multiple high-risk activities across dam operations, power generation, and maintenance.
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Tracking and improving safety performance metrics.
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Implementing corrective actions effectively to address safety and environmental issues.
Solution
VeilighEHS provided the hydroelectric power plant with a comprehensive EHS management solution, enabling them to:
Observations Management:
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Report and track hazardous conditions and unsafe behaviors related to dam operations and power generation.
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Gain insights into trends and patterns, helping to implement preventive measures.
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Ensure that corrective actions are taken promptly to avoid incidents and ensure employee safety.
Inspections, Audits & Findings:
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Conduct thorough audits and inspections using customizable checklists tailored to hydroelectric power generation.
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Assess compliance with local Energy Commission requirements, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001.
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Track findings and implement corrective actions to maintain high standards of safety and environmental integrity.
Reporting:
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Document and track incidents involving work-related injuries, illnesses, and environmental impacts.
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Generate and submit compliant incident reports efficiently, ensuring alignment with local and international regulatory bodies.
Offline Capabilities:
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Maintain operational efficiency even in remote areas with limited internet connectivity.
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Access, record, and manage safety data offline, syncing to the cloud once connectivity is restored.
Action Management:
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Organize and track all safety actions from initiation to resolution.
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Assign responsibilities, set deadlines, and monitor the progress of corrective actions.
Results
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Optimized Safety Processes: Streamlined EHS processes led to more efficient management of safety activities, reducing administrative burdens on staff.
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Improved Safety Metrics: The plant saw a 25% improvement in key safety performance metrics, including a reduction in work-related injuries and environmental incidents.
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Enhanced Compliance: Regular audits and inspections ensured ongoing compliance with local Energy Commission requirements, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001, safeguarding the company's operations.
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Effective Corrective Actions: The ability to track and manage corrective actions ensured timely resolution of safety and environmental issues, enhancing overall safety culture at the plant.