- AG Engineering and Power and AG Metal Industries demonstrated excellence in the management of health and safety risks at work
Dubai, UAE, 18 December 2024: AG Engineering and Power and AG Metal Industries, part of Al Ghurair, one of the largest diversified family businesses in the Middle East, have been awarded the prestigious Sword of Honour by the British Safety Council, underscoring their proactive commitment to ensuring the wellbeing and safety of their workforce.
AG Engineering and Power and AG Metal Industries were among 71 successful applicants that have received the honour, following a stringent Five Star Occupational Health and Safety Audit conducted by an independent adjudication panel. This is the second year in a row that an Al Ghurair company has been awarded the accolade, with AG PCS Switchgear previously securing the achievement in 2023.
Commenting on the award, Jacob John, Chief Executive Officer - Construction and Services Sector, Engineering Cluster at Al Ghurair, said: “Winning the Sword of Honour for two of our business units is a major achievement for Al Ghurair. We dared to benchmark our Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) standards against the best practices of the world's most esteemed organisations, and found ourselves at par. In this endeavour, the globally renowned British Safety Council has served as our partner, advisor and assessor. This collaboration has been instrumental in our diligent and rewarding journey towards safeguarding our people, related stakeholders and strengthening Al Ghurair’s position as a leader in the industry.”
To compete for the Sword of Honour, the companies first had to achieve the maximum Five Stars in British Safety Council’s audit scheme, which verified the divisions’ HSE Managements Systems and their approach to identifying and mitigating risks at the workplace. The companies were also required to demonstrate to excellence in health and safety management throughout the business – from the shop floor to the boardroom.
Peter McGettrick, Chairman of British Safety Council, said: “On behalf of the board of trustees and staff of the British Safety Council I would like to congratulate AG Engineering and Power and AG Metal Industries on achieving the highest standards in its health and safety management. These awards recognise the commitment, dedication and absolute professionalism undertaken. We are proud to support your organisations in their achievement and delighted we can contribute to your ongoing success.”
Mike Robinson, Chief Executive of British Safety Council, added: “I would like to congratulate AG Engineering and Power and AG Metal Industries and their staff on this award, in tribute to their commitment to keeping their workplace safe and healthy and contributing to safeguarding the environment.”