Safety Excellence: PT. Pabrik Kertas Indonesia Earns SMK3 Certification from the Ministry of Manpower of the Republic of Indonesia
PT. Pabrik Kertas Indonesia has achieved a milestone by obtaining the Occupational Safety and Health Management System (SMK3) certification from the Ministry of Manpower of the Republic of Indonesia. This certification is granted in the Initial Level category, covering 64 criteria, and PT. Pabrik Kertas Indonesia has achieved an impressive score of 89.06%.
The SMK3 certification is evidence of the company’s commitment to creating a safe and healthy working environment for all employees. The SMK3 certification process involves the assessment of various criteria, including occupational safety and health policies, risk potential identification, preventive measures, as well as performance reporting and evaluation.
In an official statement, Director of PT. Pabrik Kertas Indonesia, David S. Kurniawan, expressed the company’s pride in this achievement. “This SMK3 certification is the result of the hard work and commitment of everyone at PT. Pabrik Kertas Indonesia in ensuring the welfare and safety of the workers. We are committed to continuously improving safety and health standards to create an optimal work environment,” he said.
The implementation process of SMK3 at PT. Pabrik Kertas Indonesia involves the engagement of all employee levels, from management to field workers. The company conducts periodic training programs and socialization efforts to ensure that all employees understand the occupational safety and health policies.
This certification also positively impacts the company’s image in the eyes of business partners and consumers. PT. Pabrik Kertas Indonesia’s success in meeting SMK3 standards not only creates a safe working environment but also fosters trust from external parties regarding the company’s integrity and social responsibility.
The Ministry of Manpower of the Republic of Indonesia appreciates PT. Pabrik Kertas Indonesia’s achievement. Minister of Manpower, Ibu Ida Fauziyah, stated, “This SMK3 certification is a positive step and should serve as an example for other companies. Occupational safety and health are the rights of every worker, and companies prioritizing this aspect demonstrate their commitment to employee welfare.”
By achieving SMK3 certification, PT. Pabrik Kertas Indonesia proves that business success can be achieved in harmony with social responsibility and a commitment to occupational safety and health. This accomplishment is expected to inspire other companies to improve safety and health standards to create a better work environment.