Telecommunications
VeilighEHS provides a tailored EHS management solution designed to meet the unique requirements of the telecommunications sector in Ghana and Africa from infrastructure development and maintenance to network management and service delivery - ensuring adherence to local and international regulations while enhancing overall safety and operational efficiency.
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INCIDENT MANAGEMENT
Effectively report and track incidents to meet company policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards such as ISO 45001. Monitor key safety metrics, including Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR), Lost-Time Incident Rate (LTIR), and Near Misses. Perform thorough accident investigations to identify root causes and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence, ensuring worker protection and network integrity
OBSERVATIONS MANAGEMENT
Report and track hazardous conditions and unsafe behaviors in the workplace. Use the app to gain insights into trends and patterns, helping you to implement preventive measures. Ensure that corrective actions are taken promptly to avoid accidents 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 telecommunications industry. Assess compliance with local regulations such as the National Communications Authority (NCA) requirements, as well as international standards like ISO 45001 and OHSAS 18001. Monitor site safety, equipment maintenance, and field operations. 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 network safety issues. Generate and submit compliant incident reports efficiently, ensuring alignment with local and international regulatory bodies such as the NCA 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 network safety and worker health.
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 high standards of safety and regulatory compliance in your telecommunications operations.
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.
Improving Safety Compliance in a Mobile Network Infrastructure Project
A major telecommunications company responsible for developing mobile network infrastructure, needed a robust EHS solution to manage safety risks and ensure compliance with local and international standards.
Challenges
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Ensuring compliance with local NCA regulations and ISO 45001 standards.
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Managing safety during tower construction and maintenance activities.
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Tracking and reporting safety incidents and corrective actions.
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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 safety 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 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 construction sites and tower installations.
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Track findings and ensure compliance with NCA regulations and ISO 45001 standards.
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 potential hazards.
Action Management:
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Organize and track all safety actions related to construction and maintenance activities.
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Assign responsibilities, set deadlines, and monitor progress to ensure timely resolution of safety issues.
Results
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Full compliance with NCA regulations and ISO 45001 standards, reducing the risk of penalties.
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30% reduction in TRIR and LTIR post implementation.
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Significant decrease in repeat incidents.
35% reduction in TRIR and LTIR in a Telecommunications Maintenance Project
A telecommunications service provider responsible for maintaining and upgrading network infrastructure, needed a robust EHS solution to ensure worker safety and compliance with local and international standards.
Challenges
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Managing safety during maintenance and upgrade activities.
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Ensuring compliance with local NCA regulations and ISO 45001 standards.
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Tracking and reporting safety incidents and corrective actions.
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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 safety 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 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 maintenance sites and network equipment.
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Track findings and ensure compliance with NCA regulations and ISO 45001 standards.
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 potential hazards.
Action Management:
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Organize and track all safety actions related to maintenance and upgrade activities.
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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 NCA regulations and ISO 45001 standards, reducing the risk of penalties.
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Enhanced Safety Performance: The client saw a 35% reduction in TRIR and LTIR within the first year of implementation.
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Real-time alerts and notifications improved the response time to safety incidents, minimizing downtime and ensuring worker safety.
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Timely implementation of corrective actions.