At SPSIL, safe operations are key to our success. We are committed to delivering and continually improving our global Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) management system. To achieve this:
At SPSIL Group, we are committed to ensuring a healthy and safe working environment for all employees, contractors, business associates, visitors, and communities impacted by our operations. We strictly adhere to all applicable health and safety regulations, and our world-class Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) management systems are implemented across the group.
Key Aspects of Our Approach:
Everyone at SPSIL is responsible for fostering a safe working environment. Employees and contractors are encouraged to take ownership of their safety and report concerns proactively.
Our leadership team ensures the implementation of effective policies, procedures, and safeguards, while providing access to appropriate training, information, and supervision.
We engage with employees, business associates, and stakeholders, promoting training and capacity-building initiatives. Worker consultation and participation are integral in decision-making processes, ensuring that safety measures are aligned with on-ground needs.
We prioritize and set action plans to mitigate risks and handle emergency situations, driving safety improvements across the value chain.
At SPSIL, we have established a comprehensive health and safety training and awareness program to ensure that all employees understand their roles and responsibilities. This includes celebrating initiatives like National Safety Week, World Environment Day, and National Road Safety Week, alongside introducing on-site high-risk standards with customized training on Working at Heights, Permit to Work, PPE usage, and workplace safety. Our training modules focus on safe work practices to prevent serious injuries, tailored to specific site needs through an OHS Training & Competency matrix, and feature the Safety Champion Certification Program for line managers, aligned with best practices in health and safety.
SPSIL recognizes the importance of addressing air emissions, safety, and waste management as part of its sustainability efforts.
In response to climate change and the steel industry's role in generating significant air pollutants like CO2 and methane, SPSIL is dedicated to reducing its carbon footprint. By implementing cutting-edge technologies for air emission abatement, SPSIL is actively reducing air pollution through various measures:
Installed with FBC Boilers, Rotary Kilns, and Induction Furnaces, paired with Cyclone Separators, Bag Filters, and Dust Collectors.
Water sprinkling systems are deployed at dust-generating areas, with mobile systems used regularly inside the plant and surrounding villages.
24/7 CEMS systems track emissions like SPM, SO2, and NOx, with real-time data linked to GPCB and CPCB servers.
Continuous monitoring stations assess air and water quality parameters with real-time connections to regulatory bodies.
Regular assessments are conducted by NABL-approved and MoEF & CC-recognized laboratories to track ambient air quality, stack emissions, and water quality.
SPSIL has constructed Pucca Roads and Floors in the plant to minimize dust and pollution.
At SPSIL, the Safety Observation (SO) program fosters workforce engagement by encouraging a culture of safety awareness. To enhance the SO process, we are focusing on expanding meaningful conversations and making observations more personal and positive. Leadership is required to regularly conduct shop floor walkthroughs, actively identifying and addressing unsafe acts and conditions, reinforcing our commitment to a safe working environment.
SPSIL is focused on improving safety performance at the front line. Our revamped Contractor Safety Management program ensures quality assurance through regular evaluations, providing feedback and identifying lessons learned. This program aims to enhance health and safety outcomes while guiding future contractor selection. It also includes a process for addressing contractor non-conformance, delivering corrective actions based on root cause analysis, and maintaining a closed-loop feedback system for continuous improvement.
SPSIL efficiently manages both industrial and domestic wastewater. Industrial effluent is treated in the Effluent Treatment Plant (ETP) and reused in the Sponge Iron Plant, horticulture, and for dust suppression. Domestic wastewater from the plant and colony is treated in a Sewage Treatment Plant (STP), with the treated water reused for plantation and other purposes. Currently, domestic wastewater from the colony is treated in a septic tank with a soak pit, but will be directed to an expanded STP. The unit maintains Zero Liquid Effluent Discharge (ZLD) to minimize environmental impact.
Traditional disposal methods, such as landfilling and incineration, contribute to pollution and climate change. To counteract these effects, SPSIL is dedicated to preventing, reusing, and recycling waste. Our integrated waste management strategy focuses on environmentally friendly, socially responsible, and cost-effective practices, ensuring optimal resource utilization and minimizing solid waste disposal. This approach is essential for our sustainability goals and effective steel manufacturing.
