Health, Safety, and Environment Policy

Purpose: At Varuna Ship Repair and Drydocking Services Inc., we are fully committed to the health, safety, and well-being of our employees, contractors, visitors, and the environment. We prioritize safe working conditions and the minimization of environmental impacts in all our ship repair and drydocking operations. By embedding safety and environmental responsibility into our culture, we aim to protect our people and the planet while delivering top-tier ship repair services.

Scope: This policy applies to all operations at Varuna’s shipyards and repair sites in Tuzla and Yalova, covering all employees, contractors, and visitors.

Main Guidelines:

ISO Compliance: Adhere to the highest international standards for health, safety, and environmental management, specifically ISO 45001 (Occupational Health and Safety) and ISO 14001 (Environmental Management).

Hazard Identification and Risk Mitigation: Continuously identify and assess workplace hazards. Implement risk control measures to eliminate or minimize risks to employees, contractors, and visitors.

Training and Awareness: Regularly provide comprehensive training for all employees and contractors on health and safety practices, emergency response, and environmental awareness to ensure compliance and readiness.

Sustainable Practices: Promote environmentally responsible practices to reduce the impact of our operations. This includes reducing waste, energy consumption, and emissions, as well as the responsible management of hazardous materials.

Emergency Preparedness: Establish clear and effective emergency response plans and procedures, ensuring that employees and contractors are well-equipped to handle any incident efficiently.

Performance Monitoring and Improvement: Regularly review and monitor HSE performance. Conduct audits, inspections, and risk assessments to continuously improve health, safety, and environmental standards.

Incident Reporting: Ensure that all incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions are reported, investigated, and addressed promptly. Learn from incidents to prevent future occurrences.

Environmental Responsibility: Implement measures to minimize the environmental impact of operations, including pollution prevention, resource conservation, and compliance with environmental regulations and best practices.

Commitment: Varuna Ship Repair and Drydocking Services Inc. is committed to creating a safe and sustainable workplace where the health of our employees is protected, and the environment is preserved for future generations. Our leadership ensures that resources, training, and support are provided to maintain and continuously improve our HSE standards.