TotalEnergies recently hosted a Health, Safety, Security, Social and Environment (HSSSE) forum for 62 contractors at the TotalEnergies Village in Port Harcourt. The event, themed “The Role of Contractors in Regaining Operational Control and Embedding Safety Culture,” aimed to reinforce the company’s commitment to zero incidents and fatalities, introduce the SABI project, and provide a platform for collaboration and shared learning.
Country Chair and Managing Director Matthieu Bouyer emphasized the importance of collective responsibility in achieving safety goals, stating that the objective of the forum was to share key initiatives, identify improvement actions, and engage in meaningful dialogue around safety, operational risks, and culture. Bouyer reiterated that safety is a core value at TotalEnergies, one that must be upheld consistently across all operations.
The SABI project, which focuses on strengthening operational control and embedding a proactive safety culture, was a key topic of discussion. Bouyer highlighted the critical role contractors play in the success of the project, noting that they account for approximately 70% of the company’s manhours and are often more exposed to operational risks. He called for leadership and accountability in driving safety performance, outlining five key pillars of responsibility, including knowing and enforcing safety rules, ensuring personnel are trained and equipped to work safely, and fostering a culture of speaking up.
Other pillars of responsibility included learning from incidents and implementing fair recognition and consequences. Bouyer emphasized that SABI is not just a project, but a mindset shift that reflects the company’s commitment to safe, robust operations. The event included a syndicate session, a detailed presentation on the SABI project, award recognitions, and the validation of the Safe Driving Charter of Commitment.
The forum provided a platform for contractors to engage with TotalEnergies and learn about the company’s safety initiatives. By working together, the company aims to ensure that every person working on its sites returns home safely at the end of each day or shift. The success of the SABI project relies on the collaboration and commitment of all stakeholders, and the forum marked an important step towards achieving this goal. With its focus on safety and operational control, TotalEnergies is demonstrating its dedication to responsible and sustainable operations.