Two Al Ghurair firms demonstrated excellence in lowering safety risks at work
AG Engineering and Power and AG Metal Industries, part of the Al Ghurair Group, 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.
HSE standards
“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,” commented Jacob John, Chief Executive Officer-Construction and Services Sector, Engineering Cluster, Al Ghurair.
“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,” stated Peter McGettrick, Chairman, British Safety Council.
“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,” remarked Mike Robinson, Chief Executive, British Safety Council.