Alba Hits 38 Million Safe Working Hours Without LTI
This milestone underscores Alba's position as a regional and global leader in operational safety, reflecting its proactive approach to risk management and its relentless pursuit of excellence in creating a secure environment for its employees and contractor workforce.
Ali Al Baqali, Chief Executive Officer of Alba, commented: 'This tremendous achievement of 38 million safe working hours without LTI is a testament to the exceptional commitment of every Albawee at Alba. It demonstrates the strength of our 'Safety First' culture and our pursuit of zero harm.
The safety of our people is non-negotiable, and this milestone reinforces our dedication to protecting our workforce, the true champions of our safety journey.'
Alba continues to strengthen its commitment to occupational health and safety this summer, aiming for an exceptional 9th consecutive season without a single heat-related injury or illness across its operations.
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