Edge Rescue Integrated Services, a leading safety and security solutions provider, has completed the World Safety Organization (WSO) HSE Level 1, 2, and 3 certifications.
According to a statement released by the firm, “This achievement solidifies the company’s commitment to upholding the highest standards of health, safety, and environmental practices within the industry.
“The WSO HSE certification is a globally recognised qualification that validates an organization’s dedication to ensuring safe and healthy working environments. By attaining this certification, Edge Rescue Integrated Services demonstrates its ability to effectively manage risks, implement robust safety protocols, and promote a culture of safety among its employees and clients.
“WSO HSE certifications are becoming increasingly important in today’s safety-conscious world because of its global recognition and standardisation as the certificates are recognised worldwide, making them valuable for professionals seeking global opportunities.
“They ensure a consistent approach to health, safety, and environmental practices, regardless of location or industry. Also, the WSO Certification increases marketability, career advancement and specialised expertise.”
The firm explained that safety training is an indispensable component of effective business and contractor safety management.
Furthermore, it stated that the certification empowers individuals with the knowledge and skills to identify, assess, and mitigate risks, fostering a culture of safety and significantly reducing accidents and injuries, enhancing reputation, cost savings, regulatory compliance, employee empowerment, continuous improvement, ethical business practices, and community impact.
The statement read, “Key areas for safety training; HSEMS, Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment, Emergency Procedures and Response, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Use, Safe Work Practices and Procedures, Fire Safety and Prevention and First Aid and CPR
“Participants of the WSO HSE certification program expressed their satisfaction with the training provided by Edge Rescue Integrated Services. Most participants are employers of Lafarge African Plc, Jos Electricity Distribution Company, SonGrace Oil Ltd, Hatfield Consult, Managing Directors, Resources Managers and Consultants.”
Protection Engineer with the Jos Electricity Distribution Company, Ezekiel Luke Bwala described it as “Well-organised, Excellent Educational training session.”
On his part, an Environment and Resources Manager, Agbo Patrick attested to the rigorous training, delivered by certified experts in the field which ensured that participants were well equipped with critical competencies to maintain safety standards, manage workplace risks, and implement effective safety management systems.
Also, the Group Managing Director, Daniel Ajala Dare said, “The materials were very rich in content and the instructors were friendly and knowledgeable about HSE and its facilitation.”
A Control Room Operator, Lafarge African Plc, Ashaka Cement Plant, Gombe, Ayomide Olufemi Ogunsanya, acknowledged that the materials were easy to understand and assimilate as well.
He said, “Our instructors were also very engaging and broke down the entire HSE Level 1, 2 and 3 process in such a way that was worth emulating and also I on my part easily understood the training objectives well based on how our instructors carried us along all through.”
Production Patroller, Lafarge African Plc, Ashaka Cement Plant, Gombe, Vera Ejuwa Etura said, “Course materials self-explanatory, Instructors were open-minded and made it an interactive session which was enjoyable. I applaud them for that. The training objectives were met, and I was able to relate, as well as gain a wider and better understanding of some terminologies used, when and how to take actions as safety personnel.”
Civil Engineer, Lafarge African Plc, Ashaka Cement Plant, Matthew Omo Ibhatueho stated, “The WSO training was a valuable experience, I am more confident in my ability to identify and mitigate HSE risks, I hope to attend more World Safety Organization trainings in the future.”
Oye Stephen Oluwarotimi, Manager, SonGrace Oil Ltd “The training was very informative and engaging, I learned a lot of new things about HSE and I appreciate the opportunities to network with other professionals.”
Engr Mavira Yabo Mawure Team lead, Protection, Control & Instrumentation Jos Electricity Distribution Plc “The materials are very rich and relevant content and the instructor’s approach to the training was excellent”.
Other participants include; Swande Peter, Hashim Kime Muktar, Oye Evans, Agbi Emmanuel, Dokari Ededefina, Salawu Ibrahim Olafiku, Dr. Masefan B.Benjamin, Afolayan Oluwatobiloba Victoria, Abubakar Wakili Tinja, Engr Buhari Babakashi, Bright Nweilua, Engr. Apata Daniel, Agada Ojotule Patricia and Collins Dimkpa.
The training was facilitated by HSE Experts Azeez Suileman Babatunde and Akinkunmi Saheed Bolawa.
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