At Terra Petroleum, we recognize our responsibility to ensure the health, safety, and welfare of our employees and contractors, protect the environment, and contribute to sustainable development in the communities where we operate. Our commitment to achieving excellence in Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) performance is an integral part of our business strategy and essential to our long-term success.
- Implementing a systematic approach to HSE management involves developing and maintaining a comprehensive Management System that identifies, controls, and monitors HSE risks related to our operations. We will also conduct regular assessments to support ongoing improvement.
- Comply with all applicable local and international HSE regulations and industry standards, including non-governmental organizations (NGOs) guidance.
- Identifying and mitigating risks to sensitive HSE receptors, including strategies that address broader HSE issues such as biodiversity conservation.
- Continuously improving our health, safety, and environmental management practices to reduce accidents, environmental impacts, and asset damage.
- Engaging with our shareholders through open dialogue and ethical behavior, to improve the quality of life for our workforce, host communities, and other shareholders. We will respect host communities’ traditional rights and cultural heritage and operate in a manner that values their interests.
- Conserving resources by optimizing energy and water use, reducing waste and emissions, encouraging reuse and recycling, and lowering carbon footprints through sustainable practices.
- Comprehensive education and training should be provided to all employees to increase awareness of the importance of HSE and support performance improvements.
- Developing and maintaining effective contingency plans to reduce the impact of emergencies.
- Regularly evaluate, assess, and audit our operating practices while considering legal, technical, industrial, and socio-economic changes and developments.
“By adhering to these principles, we aim to ensure a safe and healthy work environment, minimize our environmental footprint, and contribute to the well-being of the communities where we operate.”