Egbin Power has reinforced its commitment to promoting high safety standards and professionalism as the Institute of Safety Professionals of Nigeria inducted 28 of its employees as new members.
A statement made available to The PUNCH said the ISPON certification further solidifies Egbin Power’s efforts towards promoting high safety standards and building a highly competent workforce equipped with expertise in safety management.
During the ceremony held recently at Egbin Power Plant in Ikorodu, Lagos, the new members were inducted into the institute and presented with membership certificates following the obligatory training, assessment and screening carried out by ISPON.
The Head of Quality, Health, Safety and Environment, Julius Akpong, stated that the accomplishment further identified the GenCo as a safety-oriented and compliant organisation.
“The induction of these employees into ISPON is a testament to our unwavering commitment to high safety practices and standards.
“We believe that by empowering our workforce, we can create a safer and more productive work environment for all.
We operate in a sector where safety is paramount at all times; thus, as a responsible organisation, safety is our culture and it is the responsibility of everyone,” Akpong said.
ISPON’s National President, Kaizer Ebiwari, noted that every member of the institute had the responsibility of promoting safety awareness in the workplace, at home and across Nigeria.
“The ISPON certification therefore empowers these individuals to become advocates for safety, not only within Egbin Power but also in their communities. Their expertise will be invaluable in enhancing safety practices and preventing accidents,” he stated.
The firm stated that the training was facilitated through the collaboration of ISPON and Egbin Power’s Learning Academy, which is an in-house programme designed to provide regular and specialised training to enable employees to acquire the necessary expertise to meet the employees’ needs.
According to Egbin Power, the 28 employees completed the required training curriculum, which is equivalent to ISPON Level 3, thereby qualifying for membership in the institute after the statutory examination and screening.
Among the management team of Egbin Power in attendance were the Head of Human Resources, Gabriel Nkanga; the Chief Corporate Services Officer, Emmanuel Udu; the Head of Corporate Communication & Branding, Felix Ofulue; the Head of Maintenance, Felix Ebiware, and the Head of Support Service, Kayode Ayeni.
Nkanga applauded the institute and the inductees, saying: “The ISPON induction is a significant milestone for Egbin Power. It validates our commitment to safety excellence and provides our employees with the necessary tools to drive continuous improvement in our safety practices.
“As Egbin Power continues to prioritise safety and sustainability, its collaboration with ISPON further strengthens the company’s position as a leader in the power sector.
“ISPON is recognised by the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria to regulate the practice of safety management in collaboration with relevant government agencies, as empowered by the ISPON Act 2014,” the firm added.