Environment, Health and Safety

GULFSOM LTD’s operations are subject to various environmental, health    and    safety    regulations.    These regulations govern the handling, generation, storage and management of hazardous substances, including how these substances are released or discharged into the air, water, surface and subsurface.  These laws and regulations often require permits and approvals from various agencies before Gulfsom Ltd can commence or modify its operations or facilities, and on occasion require the preparation of an environmental impact assessment or study (which can result in   the   imposition   of   various   conditions   and   mitigation measures) prior to or in connection with obtaining such permits.

EHS Policy

The   EHS   Policy   outlines Gulfsom Ltd’s principles of environmental stewardship, maintaining safe and healthy workplaces for its employees, contractors/Stakeholders     and     host     communities plus ensuring compliance with environment, health and safety legislation, regulations and recognized industry standards. Gulfsom Ltd has direct responsibility for environmental, health, safety and security matters for controlled areas, where Gulfsom Ltd is the technical services provider. Gulfsom Ltd has implemented policies and operates an auditable management system. Environment, Health and Safety The EHS Policy and other corporate policies are an important part of the responsibilities of the managers of Gulfsom Ltd and significantly influence the operations of Gulfsom Ltd. Gulfsom Ltd proactively engages its operators through its EHS committees and active participation in EHS programs & events.  Although Gulfsom Ltd is a non-operated company, it influences and works closely with its partners to ensure that the environment is preserved through mainly conducting Environmental Studies (EIAs & EER), Environmental Monitoring programme to check for compliance and monitoring of operational activities such as oil spills & gas flaring trends and patterns. These activities are carried out via a yearly plan and reviewed quarterly for compliance & adequacy.

 Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) Management System (MS) Framework

The document describes Gulfsom Ltd management of its EHS issues to an acceptable level that is considered As Low  As  Reasonably  Practicable  (ALARP).The  framework  provides  assurance  that Gulfsom Ltd’s operations are planned, assessed and executed in line with international best practices and associated industry guidelines to guarantee the lives and safety of our employees, contractors and visitors.