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We are in the process of finalizing the training schedule for the year 2011 -2012 . In the interim to kick start the training activities , we are pleased to announce the following training program during the month of October 2011. Dear MembersIn line with the Kuwait Chapter By-Laws and further to the decision during the Executive Committee Meeting (123) held on 10 Jan’12, the undersigned on behalf of the “Election Team” wishes to inform all members regarding the notification of elections for the term (July 2012-June 2013) for the below mentioned, four electoral positions to ASSE-Kuwait Chapter. Mr. Ashok Lenka Advisory Committee member, Has been nominated by EC, to be the election officer for these elections. Interested nominees are kindly requested to complete the attached nomination form (Word document) and submit at ashoklenka@yahoo.com with a copy to assekuwait@hotmail.com or by fax at 22428148 on or before 22nd January 2012 -12:00 PM. Electoral positions
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Invitation for ASSE Blood Donation Campaign - 2012
When: Thursday, 19th January 2012, from: 15 00 hrs. to 20 00 Hrs. As part of ASSE – Kuwait Chapter outreach Committee's activity, We have planned "Blood Donation Campaign" on Thursday, 19th January 2012, The program is organized by "ASSE - Kuwait Chapter " in collaboration with Ministry of Health, Kuwait Central Blood Bank. We request all interested members to participate in this noble campaign, by registering your names with assekuwait@hotmail.com before 18th January 2012
4th ASSE GCC HSE Excellence Award Program 2011SUB: ASSE GCC HSE Excellence Award Program 2011 – Invitation for Dedicated volunteers We wish to inform you that ASSE KC is coming up with GCC HSE Excellence Award Program, tentatively during may 2012, to recognise the HSE performance of various companies operating in middle east, similar to previous years. In order to make the program successful, we need to start the activities at the earliest. Keeping this in mind, ASSE –KC Executive committee is planning to form an organising committee to focus on this task. Organising Committee with full Team will be announced by 15 January after formally discussing in EC meeting. We request interested and enthusiastic members, who wish to be part of the organising committee, may send their nominations on or before 10th Jan 2012 to assekuwait@hotmail.com . All the nominations will be reviewed and scrutinized by the executive committee of ASSE Kuwait Chapter.
9 - DAYS "SIX SIGMA GREEN BELT TRAINING PROGRAMMEAmerican Society of Safety Engineers Kuwait Chapter in collaboration with VELOCI Certification Company Kuwait. is organizing the " 9 - DAYS “SIX SIGMA GREEN BELT TRAINING PROGRAMME " . The program details are as follows Date : 7th Jan - 15th Jan 2012 Course Fee: KD 300 for ASSE KC Members
Kindly send us duly filled Registration form on or before 6th January 2012.
Invitation for ASSE Beach Clean Up Drive - 2012When: Saturday, 14th January 2012 from 08 30 AM to 12 00 PM. Where: Kuwait Towers Beach between Chill'S Restaurant and Fish Market.'s
Who : Any one who care for our environment As part of ASSE – Kuwait Chapter outreach activities, We have planned a Beach Clean up Drive on 14th January 2012 ( Saturday) which is sponsored by M/s. Al Oula and M/S National Cleaning Company. Activities for the day
Our goal for Cleanup Day at kuwait tower Beach is not only to pick up every piece of trash we can reach, but also to educate the public on the responsibility of keeping the beaches clean and save our mother Earth. We kindly request all the members to come along with their families (especially your kids) and make this event a huge success. You can also invite and escort your friends, colleagues and neighbors to this event. Pre registration is required, in order to arrange your safety gear and preparation of certificates for children. Send your names, mobile number with your guest details to assekuwait@hotmail.com on or before 8 January 2012. For further assistance about the program and location, please call Mr. Riaz – 66757693 or Mr. Rishi 66846040
Annual AMERICAN SOCIETY OF SAFETY ENGINEERS, USA' 10th Anniversary of Kids' 'SAFETY-ON-THE-JOB WHERE ARE THEY NOW PROJECT', Poster Contest'12The AMERICAN SOCEITY OF SAFETY ENGINEERS (ASSE) Kuwait Chapter’s “Community Outreach Program” is aimed at connecting the community to our daily lives by providing voluntary help and educating them regarding Health, Safety and Environment for a better tomorrow. As part of our outreach activities, ASSE –Kuwait Chapter had successfully conducted several HSE Awareness activities for school children in the form of Clean Up Campaigns, Pupils HSE Week, Poster Competitions. etc. during the past few years in Kuwait. As Part of Annual NAOSH Week celebrations (NAOSH-North American Occupational Safety and Health), poster competitions are being organized by ASSE Head Quarter for school children under the following categories 1) Ages 5-6, 2) Ages 7-8, 3) Ages 9-10, 4) ages 11-12, 5) Ages 13 -14,. Theme of the program is: Safety on the job Where are they now project. The theme of the poster could focus on general Health, Safety & Environment. (Examples: Smoking, Alcohol, Road Safety, Pollution, Home Safety, Industrial Safety etc,). The size of the posters should be not larger than 11” X 14”. The first winner in each group will receive a $ 5,000 savings bond, the second place winner receives a $ 500 savings bond and the third & fourth place winners receive $ 200 savings bond. As you know Kuwait Schools and Students are famous all over USA because of the laurels they are achieving every year in NAOSH Poster Competitions. We feel proud to share that among the 20 winners of 2010 NAOSH poster competition all over the world, 8 were from Kuwait. In view of this, once again, we take this opportunity to request you and all the teachers of your school to encourage the children to participate in this contest and make arrangements to submit the posters on or before 24 January 2011 with the filled in entry form at our Chapter office. To view the sample posters of last year please visit www.asse.org/ NAOSH. Document about the rules and regulations and the entry form to be filled by each participant are enclosed here with for your information and further communication to the students. For further details on this poster competition please don’t hesitate in contacting Mr. Rishi, Executive Chapter Operations at 22445588 Ext 311, Mob : 66846040 email : assekuwait@hotmail.com Entry Form: NAOSH POSTER COMPETITION-2012 (doc)
Technical meet on " Six Sigma " - 28 December 2011We are pleased to announce a technical meet titled " Six Sigma " on 28 December, 2011 ( Wednesday) The Technical meet details are as follows: Topic : Six Sigma Speaker : Sushant A Chakravarty, Head, Management System, Velosi Certification Co, Kuwait Meet Synopsis : In the business world, Six Sigma approach is what is known as a “hot topic” today not only in manufacturing companies as it is generally understood but also for other industries, like, construction, service and oil and gas industry. Many of the world’s leading manufacturers’ high tech and service companies have adopted Six Sigma in the last several years. Additionally, a growing number of service sector units, like hospitals, banks and other service industry are also adopting Six Sigma for their performance improvement.
The Technical meet is concluded with a high tea. Registration is strictly mandatory for necessary arrangements; interested members are requested to register their names by e-mail at assekuwait@hotmail.com before tomorrow 27 December 2011. We request all the members to join in this event and make use of the opportunity. All participants will be issued a participation certificate from ASSE Kuwait Chapter.
CSSE 2012 Professional Development ConferenceNiagara Falls, Ontario ● September 9 – 12, 2012 The Canadian Society of Safety Engineering (CSSE) is now accepting session presentation proposals to be presented at the 2012 Professional Development Conference, which will be held in Niagara Falls, Ontario from September 9 – 12, 2012. Proposals received through this Call for Presentations by the October 15, 2011 deadline are given first consideration by the CSSE Conference Committee when putting together the program for the Conference.
ASSE Kuwait Chapter Successfully Organized Scaffolding " Train the Trainers Program" Mr. John Palmer is the Director of STI, USA. STI is a leading worldwide training provider of scaffold safety training services for the erection, inspection, and safe use of scaffolding. STI’s clients are worldwide, and Mr. Palmer has conducted training worldwide including all of USA, China, Africa, and the Middle East. Clients include major oil & gas, petro-chemical, power, paper, and manufacturing companies and contractors. The training session was fully interactive. The three days session included practical assessment at ALMEN yard on 13th December 2011. Total of 26 safety professionals successfully completed this program from Kuwait and other parts of GCC. ASSE has associating with STI for conducting future scaffolding competent inspector training programs in Kuwait for the needy companies, through its authorized trainers.
During the concluding ceremony on 14th Dec 2011, Mr. Amarnath, Secretary along with Mr. Golamari Sampath Reddy, Treasurer of ASSE Kuwait Chapter handed over a memento to Mr. John Palmer as a token of appreciation. International meet on Women in Safety Engineering
American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE), Kuwait Chapter as a part of the recently concluded international Health, Safety, Environment, Security Conference organized a special meet on "Women in Safety Engineering (WISE)" at, Radisson Blu Hotel on 30th November, 2011, to recognize and honor the women contributing their effort in the growth for HSE (Health, Safety and Environment) in the industries and community of the state of Kuwait. The program was interactive with more than 30 Women HSE professionals active participation from Government Sectors, Oil & Gas Companies and, HSE Consultancies.
Mr. Fadhel Al Ali, Chairman, ASSE Kuwait Chapter delivered the opening remarks. Mr. Amarnath, Secretary, ASSE - Kuwait Chapter welcomed the participants and briefed about program objective. Ms. Hannan Al Qanai, Senior Environment Engineer and Acting Team Leader (Health & Environment), HSE Group, Kuwait Oil Company anchored the program of WISE and introduced the meeting chair Ms. Terrie Norris, President, ASSE - USA). During the key note address Ms. Terrie Norris delivered a thought provoking speech on WISE (Women in Safety Engineering). In order to support and honor well known Women HSE Professionals of Kuwait, ASSE Kuwait Chapter honored some of the women professionals in this meet. The first one was to Dr. Fatima Al Abdali, Senior HSE Specialist, HSE Group, Kuwait Oil Company, on her award of "12 Best Women in HSE, Science and Technology across the middle East & North Africa. Secondly to Dr. Fatima Al Shatti, Acting Manager - Environment, Kuwait Petroleum Corporation on her award of "ASSE's - One of the 100 Women in Safety Engineering". The meet was followed by Question & Answer session and open discussion among all participants. Ms. Terrie Norris, President ASSE - USA, Ms Yassie Dunn, Manager, International Growth & Development, ASSE, USA and Ms. Hannan Al Qanai, Senior Environment Engineer and Acting Team Leader (Health & Environment), HSE Group, KOC were also honored by ASSE for their efforts in organizing the event. The meet was concluded with vote of thanks by Mr. Mohammad K S Mohiuddeen, Advisory Committee Member & Convener of PDC Organizing Committee, ASSE - Kuwait Chapter. The program ended with a dinner sponsored by ASSE Kuwait Chapter.
Longevity AwardASSE – Kuwait Chapter’s Precious Longevity Award (pdf)
Presently Mr. Fadhel Al Ali is working as Manager HSE & Support Services; Petroleum Coke Industries Company. Mr. Fahad Al Ajmi, Chairman & Managing Director of Kuwait National Petroleum Company & Acting CEO of Kuwait Petroleum Corporation, has presented this award to Mr. Fadhel Al – Ali in the 6th International Professional Development Conference 2011 inaugural event.
Safety Professional of the Year of the Award (SPY) 2010ASSE – Kuwait Chapter’s SPY 2010 (pdf) American society of safety engineers Kuwait has honored Mr. Mohammad K.S. Mohiuddeen with ASSE KC Safety Professional of the Year award for the year 2010, for his outstanding contributions to the chapter and to the HSE profession. The Award is instituted by ASSE Kuwait Chapter for the first time which is in line with the ASSE Head Quarters, procedures and guidelines.
He is working as a Safety Engineer with Corporate HSE Group of Kuwait Oil Company.
Fadhel Al Ali, Chairman of ASSE Kuwait Chapter handed over this prestigious award to Mr. Mohammad K.S. Mohiuddeen during the inaugural event of the- 6th International Professional Development Conference 2011 inaugural ceremony at Radisson Blu Hotel on 29th November 2011 and appreciated his continued efforts to the chapter.
November 17th Technical MeetingKuwait City:17th November, 2011 More than 50 ASSE Kuwait chapter members participated from various sectors (Government Sectors, Oil & Gas Companies, Contractors and, HSE Consultancies). Mr. Amarnath Burugapally, Secretary, ASSE Kuwait Chapter moderated the program..
Mr. Rohit Mirchandani , Managing Director of Raja Company who is the local agent for CAPTIAL Safety thanked ASSE for the support rendered and assured his support back to ASSE Kuwait Chapter’s future activities.
SCAFFOLD - TRAIN THE TRAINERS PROGRAM FOR ASSE MEMBERS - GRAB THIS GOLDEN OPPURTUNITY !!!ASSE Kuwait Chapter in collaboration with Scaffolding training Institute, Huston has planned toorganize scaffolding Train the trainer training program. The training program details are as follows :
Scaffold Course Outlines Day One
Day Two
Day Three
Day Four
Note: The timing of agenda should be considered flexible, and may vary from posted time, in order to ensure 1. Comprehension and attainment of requisite knowledge. Who should attend
Four days, (Evening from 4 PM to 10 PM) Course Trainer: John Palmer is authorized trainer from the Scaffold Training Institute at Houston USA , to conduct such training. CERTIFICATES: Participants who successfully complete the examination will receive a certificate and wallet card from Scaffold Training Institute – Houston USA .
Interested members shall send their nomination on or before 8 December 2011 to assekuwait@hotmail.com.
SCAFFOLD COMPETENT PERSON TRAININGASSE Kuwait Chapter in collaboration with IATE has planned to organize scaffolding Competent Person training exclusively for ASSE Kuwait Chapter members. The training program details are as follows
This training course will provide participants with the essential knowledge and skills to become scaffold competent persons.
Who should attend 1- Construction Forman & Supervisors Two days, ( Evening from 5 PM to 9 PM )
CERTIFICATES:
Interested members shall send their nomination on or before 20 October 2011 to assekuwait@hotmail.com .
TECHNICAL MEET ON HSE Risk Management and Occupational Health Issues in Oil and Gas SectorWe are pleased to announce, technical meet on HSE Risk Management and Occupational Health Issues in Oil and Gas Sector on 20 October 2011. The Technical meet details are as follows: Topic 1: E&PD Operations and its HSE Risks & Management by Mr. Hamad Al-Kandari, Team Leader HSE (E&PD), KOC Topic 2: Occupational Health Issues in Oil and Gas Sector by Dr. Hemant Kshirsagar, Industrial Hygienist, KOC Date : 20th October 20101 The Technical meet is concluded with a high tea sponsored by Kuwait Oil Company Registration is strictly mandatory for necessary arrangements; interested members are requested to register their names by e-mail at assekuwait@hotmail.com or by SMS your names to 66846040 at the earliest. Direction to the venue : On Road no:212, when you are driving from Fahaheel to Ahmadi, continue to drive towards North Ahmadi upto KOC Main Office and take a right turn to reach Hubara Mosque. You will find Hubara Community Center just in front of Hubara Mosque.
ASSE Kuwait Chapter SPY Award 2011ASSE Kuwait chapter is pleased to announce its first Annual Safety Professional of the Year (SPY)Award. The submission shall be for the performance during calendar year 2010 The ASSE Kuwait Chapter SPY award, is an honor acknowledging the dedication and outstanding contributions of a ASSE Kuwait Chapter member in the Kuwait region. Kindly go through the guidelines for submission and submit all relevant document along with application. This will be evaluated by a committee and award will be announced by Mid November. This Inaugural award winner will be awarded in a ceremony planned during coming PDC . Last Date for submission of document to ASSE Kuwait Chapter office : 01 Nov 2011 All members are encouraged to submit their nomination along with endorsement form from supervisor. Click here to download the award package (pdf)
Commemoration of the International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone layerDate: 18th September 2011 American Society of Safety Engineers, Kuwait Chapter commemorated International Day for the preservation of the Ozone layer on 18thSeptember 2011 at Hilton, Al-Mangaf. ASSE Kuwait Chapter has been in the forefront for the past many years in promoting Environment protection in the State of Kuwait. September 16thhas been designated International Day for the preservation of the Ozone layer by the United Nations, with the goal of continuing the awareness and monitoring of the condition of the ozone layer surrounding the Earth. This was the date in 1987, on which the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer was signed and the on 19thDecember 1994, the United Nations General Assembly proclaimed 16thSeptember to be celebrated as the International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer. Individual or combined efforts are required to protect the ozone layer-the shield that protects life on Earth from harmful levels of ultraviolet rays and to stop additional Ozone layer loss. As a continuous and combined effort, American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE), Kuwait Chapter observed the International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone layer on 18thSeptember 2011 with theme: “HCFC phase-out: a unique opportunity”. In connection with the day, ASSE – Kuwait Chapter organized a technical meet on “PHASING-OUT HCFC & MONTREAL PROTOCOL” by Tawfiq S. Deek, Environmental Engineer, Joint Operations – Wafra and “IMCO’s Initiative on Environment related activities” by Mr.Hisham Al-Khatib, Manager Power Projects (Middle East), IMCO, Kuwait. This was the 10thconsecutive year of Ozone day commemoration in Kuwait Chapter’s History since its inception.The program was well attended by over 100 members. The Technical Meet was kicked off with the introductory speech by Mr.B. Amarnath, Secretary, ASSE- Kuwait Chapter.Mr.Subba Rao Palagummi, President and Mr.Adivi Bala Siva Srikanth, Head of Technical Event Committee, ASSE-Kuwait Chapter introduced the Speakers of the eventsMr.Tawfiq S. Deek, Environmental Engineer, Joint Operations – Wafra and Mr.Hisham Al-Khatib, Manager Power Projects (Middle East), IMCO, Kuwait.Mr. Subba Rao Palagummi appreciated the M/S IMCO Engineering & Construction Co. WLL management for their support to make this program successful and for this event sponsorship. 
Mr. B. Amarnath The introductory presentation was delivered by Mr.CH. Rama Krushna Chary, Head of Environment & Health Committee, ASSE – Kuwait Chapter on International Day for the preservation of the Ozone layer-2011 theme Significance and ASSE Kuwait Chapter Initiatives to protect and preserve the Ozone Layer.The presentation briefed on Ozone day –Significance of Ozone layer, Ozone depletion, how ASSE-Kuwait Chapter is supporting & enhancing the awareness on Ozone layer depletion and preserve techniques to the Kuwait society. 
The speakers Mr. Tawfiq S. Deek, eminent speaker of the event in his technical presentation “PHASING-OUT HCFC & MONTREAL PROTOCOL” briefly covered the topics such as the Ozone layer chemistry, Ozone layer depletion mechanism, effects of Ozone layer depletion, Montreal Protocol developments, Production and Consumption of Ozone Depletion Substances (ODS) &Hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFC), HCFC Alternatives in the Refrigeration and Air Conditioning sectors, etc. 
Mr. Tawfiq S. Deek, Environmental Event sponsor M/S IMCO Engineering & Construction Co. WLL representative Mr.Hisham Al-Khatib, Manager Power Projects (Middle East), IMCO, in his presentation on “IMCO’s Initiative on Environment related activities “covered the topics such as plantation campaign under which IMCO will plant 365 plants per year, IMCO Waste Management System, environmental precautionary measures during their projects, their projects, clients, etc. 
Mr. Hisham Al-Khatib Mr.Vasudevan N, Vice President, ASSE-Kuwait Chapter thanked all the guests, event sponsor and ASSE Members for their presence and active participation in the technical meet. The meet was concluded with dinner sponsored by M/S IMCO Engineering & Construction Co. WLL. 
HSE Professionals @ Meet The technical meets followed by an interactive Q&A Session where in members shared their information on effects of Ozone layer depletion, Montreal protocol, monitoring program of ozone layer depletion, etc. During the felicitation ceremony the Executive Committee members of ASSE Kuwait Chapter handed over the memento to Mr. Tawfiq S. Deek and Mr.Hisham Al-Khatib, Manager Power Projects (Middle East), IMCO, as token of appreciation from ASSE for their valuable contribution. 
Felicitation ceremony
ASSE Recognizes Ashok Garlapati as 2011
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Source of information: ASSE Head Quarters, DES PLAINES, IL, USA.
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF SAFETY ENGINEERS NOTE BUSINESS & INDUSTRY CAN SAVE SIGNIFICANT DOLLARS THROUGH EFFECTIVE ERGONOMIC PROGRAMS
DES PLAINES, IL (October 4, 2010) – Workplace musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are one of the most significant occupational safety and health problems in the U.S., according to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). The American Society of Safety Engineers’ (ASSE) Ergonomics Branch is providing tips (see below) to help reduce MSDs at work and at home as part of October’s National Ergonomics Month.
While a common cause of work MSDs is long or frequent exposure to awkward posture and forces to joints of the body when performing work tasks, the control is good ergonomic design of the workplace. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) describe occupational ergonomics as the science of designing workplace conditions and job demands to fit the capabilities of the working population.
“Musculoskeletal disorders continue to be a major problem for American workers. They’re real and they’re hurting a lot of people,” said Assistant Secretary of Labor for OSHA, Dr. David Michaels. “OSHA believes that putting the MSD column back on the work-related injuries and illnesses log will provide useful information that workers and employers can use to better identify MSDs and keep workers healthy and safe.”
The application of good ergonomic design of the workplace can improve productivity; help avoid illness and injury risks; and, lead to increased satisfaction among the workforce. The scope of ergonomics is very broad, but mainly refers to assessing work-related factors that may pose a risk of MSDs and recommendations to alleviate them. Examples of these risk factors are found in jobs requiring repetitive, forceful, or prolonged exertions of the hands; frequent heavy lifting, pushing, pulling, or carrying of heavy objects; and, prolonged awkward postures. Vibration and cold may add risk to these work conditions, according to OSHA. Reducing exposures to any one or all of these risk factors will help reduce the risk of injury to employees. in addition to these tips, it is key to train your employees in ergonomics to provide them with the skills, knowledge, abilities and tools aimed at reducing ergonomic injuries.”
The ASSE Ergonomics Branch’s free “Ergonomics Tip Sheet” for the workplace and home office is available at: http://www.asse.org/practicespecialties/ergonomics/ergo_tip_sheet.php.
Go to http://www.asse.org/practicespecialties/ergonomics/techlinks.php or to
http://www.asse.org/practicespecialties/ergonomics/docs/048_050_BPEG_1010Z.pdf
for a complimentary copy of the article “Ergonomics Investment” from the ASSE Professional Safety journal.
ASSE Ergonomic Branch member Cynthia L. Roth, CEO of ETC, said. “We urge employers now to develop and implement effective ergonomic systems to reduce those injuries such as back, arm, wrist and neck injuries usually caused by repetitive motion. An initial investment in effective ergonomic programs removes barriers to quality, productivity and human performance by fitting products, tasks, and environments to people, reduces the incidence of injuries and costs.”
Contact: Diane Hurns, 847-768-3413, dhurns@asse.org
HSE Certification
CSP ACHIEVER
Mr. Joseph George – Drilling HSE Engineer, Kuwait Oil Company.
Mr Joseph George has successfully completed the CSP Examination(1st Aug 2010). He has been working with Oil Well Drilling Operations (Offshore and Onshore operations) for last 16 years and out of which 9 years he is associated with HSE. Currently he is working with Kuwait Oil Company (Dev. Drilling Group) as Drilling HSE Engineer. He has been a member of ASSE since year 2003".
ASSE Kuwait Chapter takes this opportunity to congratulate him on his successful completion of CSP.
Mr. Bala Siva Srikanth Adivi CSP, CM-IOSH
International Achievement: Chartered Member CM – IOSH year of award 2010.
Mr. Bala Siva Srikanth Adivi has successfully completed the CM-IOSH Examination (Aug’2010). He is Certified Safety Professional (CSP) of Board of Certified Safety Professionals, USA. He is associated with Oil & Gas Industry for more than 11 years and presently he is working as Senior Safety Engineer in HSE (West Kuwait) Team of Kuwait Oil Company. He is also Head of Technical Events Committee of Kuwait Chapter of American Society of Safety Engineers. He was also one of the Organizing Committee members of ASSE, Kuwait International HSE Loss Prevention, Professional Development Conferences, besides extending services as a Head for Technical Events Committee in 2009/10.
ASSE, Kuwait Chapter takes this opportunity in congratulating him on his successful completion of CM-IOSH and wish him endeavor success.
We are pleased to announce technical meet on 30th November 2010.
Details of the Technical Meet are as under:
Topic 1 : “ KEPA Compliance Requirements for Organizations ”
Speaker : Mr. Mohammed Al Sarawi, former Chairman of Kuwait EPA
Date : 30th November 2010
Venue : Burgan Hall, Hilton Resort
Time : 07:00 PM – 08:30 PM
Registration: 06:30 – 07:00 PM
The meet is concluded with a high tea sponsored by M/s. Al Eissa. We appreciate if you can kindly register your name by email to assekuwait@hotmail. com on or before 29th November 2010, 12:30 PM.
Attn CSPs: Please note that we have obtained the approval for CEU’s (Continuous Educational Units) for this technical meet. Hence don't miss this program.
As agreed in the previous General Body Meeting members are encouraged to present any HSE related technical topics during the montly technical meets and a 10 minutes slot will be alloted for the same. Interested members shall submit their presentation by 26th November'10 for review and acceptance. Presentation shall be sent to assekuwait@hotmail.com & CC to abssrikanth@gmail.com.
As you know, the term 2009-10 was completed on 30th June, 2010 and a new EC has taken over activities of ASSE kuwait chapter. We are in the process of selecting the new committee heads & committee members for 2010-2011 In view of this, we need nominations from the members (having Valid ASSE membership) who are willing to take the responsibility of heading a committee or part of subcommittee any one of the following committees:
Professional Development Committee
Some of the major responsibilities of this team includes but not limited to:
Publication Committee
Some of the major responsibilities of this team includes but not limited to:
Environment & Health Committee
Some of the major responsibilities of this team includes but not limited to:
Technical Events Committee
Some of the major responsibilities of this team includes but not limited to:
Membership & Outreach Committee
Some of the major responsibilities of this team includes but not limited to:
I would like to request all of you to come forward and take the lead and participate.
Please make a note that each Committee Head will be part of the Executive Committee of ASSE-Kuwait Chapter. Each committee will be headed by a member and will have 3 subcommittee members. Tenure of this committee head will be from 01.07.2010 to 30.06.2011
Keeping the above mentioned information in view, I would like to appeal that, the members who are serious and can devote some time for the chapter should come forward and take the lead. While submitting your nominations, please provide the following details as per the format of the attachment. Final selection will be done by the Elected Representatives of the Chapter. Based on the requirements and the available number of nominations, we may review the committees.
If you are interested, please send your nominations to assekuwait @hotmail.com latest by 15th July, 2010.
If you need any clarification, please feel free to contact me or Rishi or Alefiya, Chapter office , Mob :66846040. We appreciate and look forward for your active support and cooperation in selecting good team members, who can lead from the front for the chapter activities.
Dear Members,
Greetings!!! We are almost in the end of this tenure (Operational year July 2008-June 2010). As per the Chapter By-Laws and further to the EC meeting Decision the Annual General Body meeting (GBM) will be conducted on 27th June'10 at Radisson Blu Hotel. The program details and the agenda are as follows.
Program Details:
Reaching Venue: When you drive in Road # 30 Fahaheel Express Road towards Kuwait City, Take 6th Ring Exit and take right , Once you Cross the second signal you will find the Radisson Blu Hotel on your right Handside.
Meeting Agenda:
| No | Activity | Presented by |
| 1 | Welcome Address | President / Secretary |
| 2 | Program briefing and Highlights on Chapter activities | Secretary |
| 3 | Financial Presentation | Treasurer |
| 4 | Decision on Chapter Tenure | All |
| 5 | Open Discussion / Q&A Session | All |
| 6 | Vote of Thanks | Vice President |
Kindly make yourselves convenient to attend the GBM and share your ideas, thoughts with the new Executive Committee. Please register with assekuwait@hotmail.com on or before 27th June 2010 by 12.00 PM for making proper arrangements. The meet will be followed by Dinner.
Also please be informed that members shall do their renewal at membership counter installed outside the Hall.
Remember!!! Your presence makes a difference.... Please do attend....
In honouring the private sector companies for their leadership, excellence and exceptional performance in the field of Health, Safety and Environment in the Gulf Region, AMERICAN SOCIETY OF SAFETY ENGINEERS – KUWAIT CHAPTER organised the 2nd GCC HSE Excellence Award ceremony on 29th April, 2010 at Kuwait Radisson SAS Hotel.
The award program was started with Quran Recitation, Kuwait National Anthem and the welcome note of Mr. Mohammad K S Mohiuddeen, Secretary of ASSE-Kuwait Chapter, who anchored the whole program. He also gave a brief about the Chapter activities and its objectives to the gathering.
Mr. Fadhel Al-Ali, Chairman of ASSE in his welcome speech highlighted that, this evidence based award showcases successful business models from organizations that uphold HSE as a business value and excel in performance. He explained about the Main slogan of the competition “you perform we recognize”. He appreciated all the Steering committee and working committee members for putting their efforts to make the program grand success.
There after Mr. Ashok Garlapati, Head of Award Steering Committee & SPY Award Winner 2010 explained about the award program. He thanked all the companies participated in the award program and briefed the benefits of the award program which includes Opportunity to contribute to corporate social responsibility, exceptionally high regional & international recognition for exemplary HSE performance.
Chief Guest Mr Mohamed Ahmad Hussein, Dy. Chairman & DMD (P&G), KOC in his speech congratulated the award winning companies and appreciated the initiatives of ASSE Kuwait Chapter. He has highlighted the importance of HSE and the present day challenges with the Oil Sector companies. Speech of Mr Mohammad Ahmad Husain is very much encouraging and thought provoking and is an eye opener to all the companies and HSE Professionals.
Advisory Committee Member and SPY Award Winner-2009 Mr Ujwal Ritwik also spoke on the occasion. While congratulating the winners he mentioned that ASSE GCC HSE Excellence Award is the first such program that has been made available/launched in the entire GCC by ASSE Kuwait chapter to encourage the private sector companies and informed that the companies in and around Kuwait should spread the message to make use of these opportunities so that the basic objective of protecting people, property and Environment is fulfilled by all the companies.
There after awards were given to the winning companies by Chief Guest. Details of the winning companies of this prestigious ASSE GCC HSE Excellence Award-2010 are as under:
1. Under Category-2, for Oil & Gas Sector-Bronze Medal was awarded to Gulf Drilling & Maintenance Company, Kuwait.
2. Under Category-2, for Oil & Gas Sector Bronze Medal was awarded to Arabian Drilling Company, Saudi Arabia.
3. Under Category-2, for Oil & Gas Sector-Silver Medal was awarded to NAPESCO, Kuwait
4. Under Category-2, for Oil & Gas Sector-Silver Medal was awarded to Nabors Drilling International Ltd for Kuwait Operations.
5. Under Category-2, for Construction & Facility Maintenance Sector-Silver Medal was awarded to IMCO, Kuwait
6. Under Category-2, for Engineering & Construction Sector-Silver Medal was awarded to Alsa Engineering, Abu Dhabi
7. Under Category-1, for Manufacturing (Hydrocarbon) Sector- Gold Medal was awarded to EQUATE Petrochemicals Company, Kuwait
Chief Guest also distributed the certificates and mementos to school children in recognition to the Safety-On–The Job posters contest winners from Kuwait (NAOSH poster competition' 10).Winning kids along with their principals and parents participated in the event. Mr Mohammad Riaz, Head of Membership & Outreach committee gave a brief about NAOSH Safety poster Competition. He explained that Kuwait children are in the news columns of USA due to this Safety Poster Competitions, which are coordinated by ASSE-Kuwait Chapter. Among the 800 posters received by NAOSH, 301 posters were from Kuwait children. Out of 20 winners all over the world, 8 are from Kuwait, which is indeed a matter of pride for Kuwait and its community.
As a part of the recognition ceremony, “An Express HSE Exposition” is also arranged which featured some of largest and best known suppliers of health, safety, fire, security and environmental products and services in the region. Apart from vendors / suppliers, the award winning companies from Kuwait and other parts of GCC also participated in this Express Expo.
This program is concluded with vote of thanks given by Mr Subba Rao, Head Health & Environment Committee and visit to the Express HSE Exposition followed by a grand Gala Dinner.
This event was put on by a dedicated group of volunteers guided by the strong leadership of Mr. Fadhel Al-Ali, Chairman of American Society of Safety Engineers-Kuwait Chapter. Success is not a matter of desire, but the product of hard work. Aspiring companies of GCC can get prepared for the Awards of 2011.
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| With the Chief Guest on the Dais | Gold Winner Equate | Chapter Secretary Mohiuddeen |
We have another good news to share with all of you. ASSE- Kuwait Chapter is proud to announce that Ashok Garlapati, Advisory Committee Member of the Kuwait Chapter, has been recognized with the 2010 Region VI Safety Professional of the Year (SPY) award.
Outstanding safety and health professionals are the driving force behind the 99-year-old American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE). In addition to working to prevent injuries and illnesses at work, members volunteer their time and resources throughout the year to protect people, property and the environment. The Society is divided into eight Regions and ASSE- Kuwait Chapter falls under Region VI. This region consists of 15 Chapters within USA and one international Chapter ie Kuwait Chapter. As per the Society Operating guidelines, each Region recognizes the one active member every year with Safety Professional of the Year (SPY) Award. ASSE- Kuwait Chapter is proud to announce that Ashok Garlapati, Advisory Committee Member of the Kuwait Chapter, has recognized with the 2010 Region VI Safety Professional of the Year (SPY) award.
The candidates for this Award are judged by the scope, depth, quality and impact of their efforts in the Safety Profession. Also the judging panel considers how an individual is contributing to the Company, to the ASSE in meeting its strategic objectives and in promoting HSE in the Community.
Ashok has over 22 years of Health, Safety and Environmental management experience in the oil and gas industry. Ashok holds the HSE certifications viz. CSP, QEP and CMIOSH from Institute of Occupational Safety and Health, UK. He mentored many of ASSE members in improving their professional qualifications and also conducted OSHA outreach training programs.
Currently, Ashok serves as a leader of the ASSE International Practice Specialty and member of ASSE Diversity Committee. He is an active Advisory Member and past President of the Kuwait Chapter and currently works as the A/Sr. Health, Safety and Environmental Specialist (HS&E) for the HSE (E&PD) Team of E&PD Directorate of Kuwait Oil Company. He was also instrumental in implementing several initiatives in the Company’s E&PD Directorate, which have helped in improving the HSE performance.
The Kuwait Chapter is one of ASSE’s newest chapters, receiving its charter on June 9, 2002. As the largest international chapter, Kuwait is constantly organizing events, such as conferences, technical meetings and training programs, and has been recognized as one of the most active professional organizations in the state. The Kuwait Chapter has been recognized twice as the Regional Chapter of the Year, as Society Chapter of the Year for 2007-2008, and has continued to be a top supporter of ASSE’s mission to protect people, property and the environment.
Ashok participated in the ASSE Global Taskforce and played a key role in facilitating ASSE in the globalization process and introduction of international membership fee structure based on the World Bank Criteria. Ashok was instrumental in collaboration of Kuwait Chapter and ASSE Region VI and the success of this collaboration is adopted by other ASSE Regions and international Chapters.
In addition to being an active participant in the Kuwait Chapter’s many activities, Ashok has been instrumental in helping the North American Occupational Safety and Health (NAOSH) Week poster contest for children ages 5-14 become an international event. For the 2010 poster contest, the Kuwait Chapter had over 300 poster entries, eight posters won the awards and two of which won first place prizes in their respective age categories.
Vice president James Morris of ASSE Region VI commented, “Ashok has made a positive difference by helping his chapter, region and ASSE become stronger. He deserves this honor and I am proud, as a friend and colleague, that he has received this award.”
On behalf of Executive Committee, Mr. Mohammad K S Mohiuddeen, Secretary of ASSE –Kuwait Chapter congratulated Mr Ashok for achieving this Award and applauded him for his continued support in the Chapter’s functioning.
We would like to take this opportunity to Congratulate Mr. Ashok for achieving this Award.
Ashok, we are proud of you......
* You Perform We Recognize *
Invitation for Exposition – Networking Opportunity Don’t Miss it
American Society of Safety Engineers-Gulf Cooperation Council HSE Excellence Award is introduced to recognize leadership, excellence and encourage exceptional performance in private sector companies in the Gulf Region in the field of Health, Safety and Environment. The award is instituted by the American Society of Safety Engineers-Kuwait Chapter, a non-profit Organization in the year 2009. This evidence based award showcases successful business models from organizations that uphold HSE as a business value and excel in performance.
As a part of the recognition ceremony, “ An Express HSE Exposition ” is organized which will feature some of largest and best known suppliers of health, safety ,fire, security and environmental products and services in the region. Apart from vendors / suppliers, the award winning companies from Kuwait and other parts of GCC will participate in this Express Expo. The previous events held in 2001, 2002, 2004, 2007 & 2009 were huge success and for sure remembered by the exhibitors like you. On the spot interest by the visitors and follow up enquiries were phenomenal. Since ASSE – KC Expo’s and events were always been a networking hub over the years, we expect around 150 to 200 HSE Professionals to show up for this event.
At this juncture we request the interested Vendors / Suppliers / Training Agencies / Service providers to take this opportunity and participate in this Exposition. We would appreciate your confirmation on the subject on or before 23rd April’10 and provide us your company name and logo.
For more details you can contact us on Mobile number: 66846040 or by email: assekuwait@hotmail.com, If you are interested to visit the Exposition please register your name to the above mentioned email on or before 23 April 2010.
ASSE Kuwait Chapter has organizing HSE awareness programs for school children over the years and 1000's of students from various schools took active part in these programs. This time around inline with our objective of organizing and supporting such events in the region, ASSE Kuwait Chapter is endorsing "Shaastrotsav - Festival of Science . As part of the endorsement ASSE Kuwait Chapter is participating in the following ways.
ASSE - KC is the platinum Sponsor of the eventThe one day Program Includes :
For more info on the program visit www.shaastrotsav.org.
Details of the Festival are as under:
Date: 23rd April 2010
Venue: University of Science & Technology (GUST) campus near Kuwait International Fair grounds – Mishref.
Time: 10: 00 AM – 06:00 PM
As the event falls on a Friday We encourage all the ASSE members to take their families especially school children to this event. We appreciate if you can kindly register your name by email to assekuwait@hotmail.com on or before 22nd April 2010, 12:30 PM.
Dear Members,
Greetings to all!
ASSE - Kuwait Chapter; in its efforts to develop the professional development of Society members has been successful in deputing delegates in the past to attend the annual conferences conducted by ASSE-HQ-USA and other conferences of Middle East. In continuation of this, in line with the decision taken during the recently held EC meeting 106, we are planning to sponsor the deserving candidates for Safety 2010, scheduled from 13th to 16th June,2010 in Baltimore, MD,USA. Traveling expenses and boarding / lodging expenses will be covered between 50 to 100% of the estimated expenses, depending on availability of funds, details of which will be announced in about 20 days time from now. The selected members have to apply for leave in their respective companies, apply and obtain US visa. ASSE Kuwait chapter is not responsible for this activity. However, the chapter will support the candidate by providing the nomination letter and an invitation letter from ASSE – HQrs-USA.
For more info on the conference please visit http://www.asse.org/education/pdc10/
The Major criterion for selection of members to be nominated is as under:
1. Active Participation in chapter activities for the past 2 years
2. Participation in PDC organizing committee
3. Participation in GCC HSE Excellence Award
4. Contribution to the chapter through
6. Active participation in chapter activities as Executive Committee member
7. Active participation in chapter activities as Subcommittee member
7. Sponsorship of Kuwait chapter membership-Introducing members to ASSE-KC
8. HSE Experience, certification, knowledge, personality and presentation
9. Judgment on candidate by chapter EC.
The chapter EC & AC will evaluate the candidature based on the above criteria with a scoring sheet developed for this purpose and will inform the selected candidates well in advance so that adequate time is available for the selected candidates to apply for US visa and complete the formalities.
If you feel that you really meet above mentioned criteria, please send your nomination as per the attached nomination form along with all the details on or before 20 March’10 to assekuwait@hotmail.com.
Applications received/submitted late will not be accepted.
We appreciate and look forward for your support and cooperation on the subject matter.
With Regards,
Mohammad K S Mohiuddeen, CSP
Safety Engineer, HSE Group, Kuwait Oil Company &
Secretary, American Society of Safety Engineer-Kuwait Chapter
mksm786@yahoo.co.in
00-965-66604652
As part of continuous professional development, Mr Ashok Garlapati, Past President and Advisory Committee Member of ASSE-KC, recently attained CMIOSH (Chartered Member of Institute of Occupational Health & Safety) certification. This certification is awarded by Institute of Occupational Safety & Health (IOSH), UK. This Institute was founded in UK in the year 1945 and is the highly reputed Chartered body for health and safety practitioners. It grants Chartered status to members, who meet highest standards of competence. As a Chartered body, it significantly influence the direction of health and safety policies both within the UK and internationally. Being the member of IOSH, every member has to maintain their individual continuous professional development to retain their membership.
The Executive Committee of the ASSE-KC takes this opportunity to congratulate him on this achievment.
We are pleased to announce and present one more interesting topic through a technical meet on 18.02.2010 (Thursday evening).
Details of the Technical Meet are as under:
Topic: Green Beans & Ice Cream – The Art of Definitive Behavior Change
Date: 18th February 2010
Venue: Burgan Hall, Hilton Resort, Mangaf
Time: 07:00 PM – 08:30 PM
Registration: 06:30 – 07:00 PM
To make the technical meets more informative and valuable we have obtained the approval for CEU’s (Continuous Educational Units) for the upcoming technical meets.
Synopsis of meet:
The technical meet explores dynamics of human behavior and the effective use of recognition in achieving permanent behavior change.
Central to the discussion will be the impact of proactive prevention-oriented safety program that utilized tangible rewards, identifies desirable actions, behaviors and conditions that eliminates unsafe actions, behaviors and conditions.
Key to the discussion will be an exploration of injury hiding, understanding its causes and realizing the elements needed in successful behavior change programs to prevent and eliminate this sabotaging phenomenon.
About the Speaker:
Mr. Bill Sims Jr. is the President of The Bill Sims Company Inc. For more than 40 years the Bill Sims Company has created behavior-based recognition programs that have helped large and small companies to inspire better, safer performance from their employees and increase profits. Mr. Bill is currently writing a book titled: “Green Beans & Ice Cream –The Definitive Recipe for Employee Engagement, Motivation and Recognition, which is based on Key note presentation and his experience having built more than 1000 highly successful recognition programs worldwide. In the past 12 months he has spoken at the Saudi Council of Engineers in Saudi Arabia, IOSH in Scotland, ASSE, RMA Rubber Manufacturing Association, and The WA Safety Conference in Canada.
For more information on the topics and the speaker please visit www.billsims.com/seminars.htm
We request all of you to participate and make use of this golden opportunity.
As you know, registration is mandatory to all the Technical meets of the chapter. Also note that the entry is restricted strictly to the active membership holders, However members can renew their membership at the registration counter and join the program. We appreciate if you can kindly register your name, either by email to assekuwait@hotmail. com or by SMS to Mobile: 66846040 on or before 18th February 2010, 12:30 PM.
All the participating members are requested to bring their Membership card while coming to attend this Technical meet.
Attn CSPs: Please make a note that we have obtained the approval for CEU’s (Continuous Educational Units) for this technical meet. Hence don't miss this program.
The meet will be concluded by a high Tea sponsored by M/s. Bill Sims Company.
CSP ACHIEVERS
NEBOSH ACHIEVERS
We are pleased to announce the start of the election process of ASSE-Kuwait chapter for the session 2010-12. The Tenure of this session will be from 1st July 2010 to 30th June, 2012. Election will be held for the following four electoral positions.
Election Calendar at a glance :
Eligibility criteria
Interested candidates are requested to forward their “Nomination Papers” in the prescribed format attached here with for your information. The completed nominations should be sent to
Regards,
Election Team (2008-2010)
An HSE awareness campaign is being organized as a part of ASSE’s community out reach program. The program titled “ ASSE Pupils HSE Week 2009” is associated with schools in Kuwait and is focused on involving and sensitizing the young minds about their duties and responsibilities to protect mother nature and her people. We have previously organized similar program in the year 2004 & 2005 and had captured great interest among 1000 of school children across Kuwait. The program is scheduled to be held from the 17th, 19th & 20th of December 2009 at Fahaheel Al Wataniya , Indian Private School, Amadi. Click here to view the detailed schedule.
We encourage the interested members to come forward and participate as judges in various competition, To nominate yourself, please send your name, available dates and timings, and mobile phone number to assekuwait@hotmail.com before 5th December 2009.
By Ashok Garlapati, CSP, QEP, G-IOSH - Asst. Administrator, ASSE International Practice Specialty
I recently participated in conference call facilitated by Mr.Jack Fearing, Administrator of IPS to discuss the recent ASSE initiative and Business Plan for Global Expansion. The Board of Directors of ASSE has approved the Global Expansion Project during recent Board meeting. During the conference call, the IPS Advisory Committee discussed various options to support this Business Plan. I am pleased to provide the brief objective of this Business Plan for the benefit of Kuwait Chapter members. Suggestions are invited in line with the Business Plan objectives.
Since the year 2005, ASSE, has conducted several initiatives for expanding the Society beyond the USA borders. Various Taskforces viz. International Membership Taskforce, Most of the World (MOW) Taskforce and Global Task Force have been constituted earlier. These Taskforce committees have given valuable recommendations to ASSE to expand its presence on a global level, for example, the introduction of International Membership fees structure. Many other recommendations are yet to be implemented and the COMRA (Council of Membership and Regional Affairs) had recently submitted its Business Plan on Global Expansion by considering all these recommendations.
Expand the global presence of the Society to meets its vision of being a global champion of the safety, health, and environmental professional, a global leader of the profession and a premier resource for those engaged in protecting people, property and the environment through the execution of a strategic plan involving all facets and resources of the Society.
Execute a strategic plan that enhances the reputation of the Society as a global champion of the safety, health and environmental professional, a global leader of the profession and a premier resource for those engaged in protecting people, property and the environment. A secondary benefit will be the growth of membership.
Provide expanded educational and networking opportunities to improve the professional proficiency of those engaged globally in protecting people, property and the environment.
Provide and increase informational resources to support the knowledge and professional efforts of those engaged globally in protecting people, property and the environment.
Provide new and improved products to meet the needs of professionals engaged globally in protecting, people, property and the environment.
Advance the reputation of the Society as global leader and resource center for the safety, health, environmental professional.
Increase Society membership through the expansion of our resources and opportunities to position ourselves as a trusted leader of the profession for people to join who are engaged globally in protecting people, property and environment.
I am pleased to inform you that Global Expansion Project is based on some of the success stories of existing international Chapters. In this regard, our Kuwait Chapter has taken the lead in supporting the globalization of ASSE through all international Taskforces. Our Chapter has also taken the lead in many other aspects in terms of highest the highest membership base outside USA, the first international SPY (Safety Professional Year) award belongs to our Chapter, the first international member to be entered into President Court from our Chapter. Other Kuwait Chapter contributions include the first international member to serve as an Assistant Administrator of a Practice Specialty (IPS), the President’s Award to an international member, the first member in the ASSE Diversity Committee belongs to our Chapter and the list goes on and on... Let’s continue with this illustrious history our Chapter is making within ASSE.
Let us take this opportunity to further support ASSE Global Expansion Project by proving value added suggestions. Please send your suggestions to ashokcpcl@yahoo.com with a cc to john_fearing@aon.com. Thank you in advance for your consideration and cooperation on this important ASSE Global Expansion initiative.
ASP ACHIEVERS
CSP ACHIEVERS
Speaker: J. Ramesh Babu is a chemical engineer with post graduation qualification in Business Administration. He holds the diploma in industrial safety. He is an Associate of Insurance Institute of India and Associate of Institute of Risk Management, UK. He is a trained HAZOPer and certified QRA specialist. He is a TUV Certified functional safety engineer and Exida/ CFSE trained functional safety professional.
The quantitative assessment of risks posed by various facilities has been challenging in the recent times with changing technology and revised risk acceptance targets by standards and governments. Complex process conditions and environment conditions warrant use of correct methodology and the most realistic models to assess the consequences of hazards and the resultant risks. Constant efforts are taken by all those concerned to validate the models whenever the major incidents happen in the world. The terminologies and concepts used by the risk assessors have been found by the reader confusing and confronting with each other. It is essential for every individual in particular industrial professionals to understand the QRA concepts to appreciate the concern of all risk analysts and to support the organization and authorities in minimizing the risk levels. The presentation in question aims at discussing how the QRA which is a sound based perception handles the various complexities involved in the process and the effectiveness of the tool in the modern day context.
Venue: Hilton Resort, Mangaf
Time: 07:00PM – 09:00 PM
Registration: 06:30 – 07:00 PM
Registration is mandatory. Interested members are requested to register their names by e-mail at assekuwait@hotmail.com or by SMS your names to 66846040 on or before 11 November 2009. As the seats are very limited, rush in your entries now.
As part of our continued efforts to bring the latest developments/ technologies in the field of Health, Safety, Environment and loss prevention, we are celebrating "Ozone Day" an important issue for the Health Safety Environment Professionals to be aware of.
Theme for Ozone Day 2009 is: " Universal participation: Ozone protection unifies the world "
The Technical meet details are as follows:
Topic: Commemoration of Ozone day 2009
Speaker: Mr. Dhari Al-Gharabally, Team Leader, Health Environment Team, Corporate HSE Group, Kuwait Oil Company
Date: 29 September 2009
Venue: Kuwait Hyatt Hotel (Maidan Hawally, Cairo Street , Shaab Round about, Near Shaab Park )
Time: 07: 00PM – 09:00 PM
Registration: 06:30 – 07:00 PM
Approach to the venue: While driving on Road 30 towards Kuwait City : Cross the 4th Ring Exit and take the next Exit and take the immediate right
Hotel contacts & Landmark
Tel: +965-5634200 , +965-5634762/ 5
Website : www.kuwaithyatthotels.com
Registration is mandatory. Interested members are requested to register their names by e-mail at assekuwait@hotmail.com or by SMS your names to 66846040 on or before 27 September 2009. As the seats are very limited, rush in your entries now.
As you know I had been making the announcements for others on their successful completion of CSP. Now it is my turn. I am happy, exited and feeling proud to announce that I have completed CSP (Certified Safety Professional-, certified and approved by Board of Certified Safety I take this opportunity to convey my sincere thanks to all the friends and colleagues those who supported in this endeavor.
With best wishes and kind regards,
Mohammad K S Mohiuddeen
Safety Engineer, HSE Group, KOC
&
Secretary,
American Society of Safety Engineers-Kuwait Chapter
As part of providing continous professional Development oppurtunties for members , we have planned series of trainings in the next few months. To avail these courses all you have to do is to fill the enclosed nomination form and send it back to us at the earliest.
The details of the training programs/courses are as under:
| Option 1 * | Option 2 ** | |
| Participants per Day | 12-15 | 12-15 |
| Duration | One day | One day |
| Theory | 8 hrs | 4 hrs |
| Practical | NA | 4 hrs (20 min per person) |
| Observation | NA | 1 hr per person |
| Total Hrs | 8 hrs | 8 hrs |
*Option 1: Theory only, this is an 8 hour course for minimum 12 participants.
**Option 2: Theory and practical, this is an 8 hour course. The lecture and practical portions will be delivered on the same day.
NB: For Option 2, with 12 attendees each participant will have 20 minutes behind the wheel and an hour observing other participants.
Certification: Attendees who successfully complete one of our courses will receive a course completion certificate that is in compliance with internationally recognized authorities. This course (Defensive Driving) is based on the US National Safety Council Defensive Driving Course content.
Course Fee:
Tentative Dates: 3 July 2009 / 10 July 2009 ( Friday’s)
Last Date for receiving nomination: 26th June 2009
Course Fees:
Confirmed Dates: 3rd - 10th July '09
Last Date for receiving nomination: 30th June 2009
This course has been developed for multinational organisations in all sectors working inaccordance with international standards or directives but adapting to local needs. It provides organisations with a global presence seeking to adopt an internationally recognised health and safety training programme for its staff. The Certificate is an internationally recognised qualification and provides an excellent underpinning knowledge of safety & health and a sound basis for evaluating hazards and risks. The syllabus incorporates International, technical and other standards where they exist. In other cases, requirements and practices that represent 'good practice' are followed. Topics covered during the course are broken into two units each with 8 elements and the third unit which is the practical application:
Course Assessment and Certification: Candidates are assessed by an examination for each unit IGC1; IGC 2 and a practical health & safety assessment of a work place situation IGC3. Each exam is 2 hours in duration. Candidates must achieve a minimum pass standard in all the examinations and assessment to be awarded the NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Safety & Health. Certification is issued by NEBOSH UK
Course Fee: KD 480
Confirmed Dates: 11th July - 24th July'09
Last Date for receiving nomination: 30th June 2009
IRCA Certified Course (A17438)
This course is registered by the Governing Board of the IQA - International Register of Certified Auditors (IRCA) and meets part of the requirements of those seeking registration as a OH&SMS Auditor/Lead Auditor under that scheme (IRCA/2020)
Course Fee: KD 280
Confirmed Dates: 25th - 30th July'09
Last Date for receiving nomination: 30th June 2009
Who is this course for?
Managing safely is a course for managers and supervisors in any sector and any organisation. It’s designed to give managers all they need to know to help them handle health and safety in their teams. The flexible new high impact programme covers all the main health and safety issues, and includes a session tackling the environment too. It may be tailored to meet the particular needs of organisations and provides successful candidates with a recognized qualification in Health and Safety.
Course Program:
Certification: Delegates who attend the course and successfully complete the written assessments and project will be awarded the IOSH certificate in Managing Safely
Course Fee: KD 295
Confirmed Dates: 23rd - 28th August 2009
Last Date for receiving nomination: 15th July 2009
Fill the nomination form and send us before the deadlines mentioned against each course. Email: assekuwait@hotmail.com
Terms and Conditions for Cancellation of the courses after registering:
Though we are putting lot of effort in arranging these training programs, it is observed that some of the participants are registering their names casually and cancelling in the end at 11th hour of the course schedule. This is resulting in a great loss to the Chapter financially. Further to this, the serious participants who wants to avail the opportunities are also missing the opportunity. Keeping all the factors in view, we would like to put the following terms and conditions. But please be informed that this is not to discourage the participants. These terms and conditions are only to encourage the serious participants only.
As a part of professional development opportunities for its members to recognize their voluntary efforts, every year Kuwait chapter sponsors two members to represent the Kuwait Chapter at Society’s Annual Professional Development Conferences. This practice is being adopted for the past 4 years. As per the selection procedures , Two members were selected and they will represent ASSE Kuwait Chapter in the upcoming PDC’09 scheduled from 28th June – 1st July 2009 at San Antonio, USA.
Delegates details follows
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| Mr. Mohammed K.S. Mohiuddeen Secretary ASSE Kuwait Chapter |
Mr. Uppara G. Saibaba Former Treasurer ASSE Kuwait Chapter |
Executive Committee congratulates the selected delegates and wishes them a successful participation.
World Environment Day is commemorated each year on 5 June to stimulates worldwide awareness on environmental issues and enhances attention & action from all quarters. In line with this, American Society of Safety Engineers, Kuwait Chapter has been commemorating this event for the past 7 year and its planned to organize the same on 7th June 2009 to mark this occasion. The event will feature environmental awareness presentations from eminent personalities in Kuwait and it will be in line with the World Environment Day'09 theme " Your Planet Needs You! Unite to Combat Climate Change " A “on the spot quiz competition” will also be conducted to enhance the environmental awareness among our members.
For more details on World Environment Day, Please visit http://www.unep.org/wed/2009/english/.
The meet details are as follows:
Event: World Environment Day 2009
Date: 7th June 2009
Time: 07:00 - 09:00 PM
Registration: 06:30 PM - 07:00 PM
Venue: Kuwait Hyatt Hotel ( Maidan Hawally, Cairo Street, Shaab Round about, Near Shaab Park )
Road Way: When you are driving on Road 30 towards City : Cross the 4th Ring Exit and take the next Exit and take the immediate right
Hotel contacts & Landmark:
Tel: +965-5634200 , +965-5634762/5
Email: info@kuwaithyatthotels.com
Website: www.kuwaithyatthotels.com
The meet will be followed by a dinner, hence interested members are requested to pre register at assekuwait@hotmail.com or assekuwait@assekuwait.org on or before 6th June 2009.
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The AMERICAN SOCIETY OF SAFETY ENGINEERS (ASSE) Kuwait Chapter is organizing the 3rd “ ASSE HSE Pupils Week” which is aimed at educating and sensitizing the young minds about their roles and responsibilities in protecting the mother earth and the nature for a sustainable tomorrow.
We would like to take this opportunity to thank all the schools participated in our previous outreach activities and hope to see more schools participating in the up-coming event. We are extremely happy to be associated with your school in spreading this awareness among your children, staffs, teachers and parents.
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Since the previous rolling trophy was won by Fahaheel Al Wataniah India Pvt School, Ahmadi, as agreed earlier we requ est you to coordinate and host the upcoming event on behalf of ASSE Kuwait Chapter. This year the HSE week is planned from 14th May to 17th May’09.
We feel it’s our responsibility to convey the appropriate Health, Safety, & Environment messages and ensure that everyone becomes a part of the safe environment that we live in. While we team-up for making the difference, be sure that our unleashing energy is with you and we will support you to attain our common vision.
Please encourage your children to participate in the various events outlined in the enclosed event schedule. Also the rules and regulations are enclosed.
Executive (Chapter Operations)
ASSE Kuwait Chapter
PO Box 4047, Safat-13041
Tel: 2445588 Ext 311
Fax: 2428148
assekuwait@hotmail.com
www.assekuwait.org
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American Society of Safety Engineers, Kuwait Chapter in collaboration with Scaffolding Training Institute (STI), USA organized a three days training program on “Scaffolding – Train the Trainer Training Program” at Safir Hotel, Fintas. The training program was held from 12th December to 14th December, 2011. The training session was commenced with a welcome note by Mr. B Amarnath, Secretary, ASSE Kuwait Chapter and introduced the trainer for the program Mr. John Palmer, CSP. 
Mr. Fadhel Al- Ali, Chairman and founding member of ASSE Kuwait Chapter and Former SHE Manager (Safety, Health and Environment) of Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) was honored with ASSE Kuwait Chapter Longevity Award for his outstanding contributions, continuous support to the ASSE Kuwait chapter and to the HSE profession in Kuwait for more than a decade. He has served the chapter as chairman since chapter’s inception in the year 2000. He has guided 6 conferences so far. 
Mr. Mohammad K.S. Mohiuddeen is a Certified Safety Professional with 26 years of rich experience in Oil Industry. He served ASSE Kuwait Chapter in various capacities which includes Head of the Publication Committee, Secretary of the chapter for 2 tenures and as President of the chapter . Currently he is the Advisory Committee Member. He was also the Convener of 6th International Health Safety Environment Security & Loss Prevention, Professional Development Conference & Exhibition 2011 which was the mega event of the year. 
ain Crouzit, Sales Area Manager Middle East Region, Capital Safety – EMEA.and briefed about the significance of the technical meet 
Mr. Ujwal Ritwik, founding member of ASSE-Kuwait Chapter and a renowned expert in the Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) field in the region has been selected once again to receive the Institute of Professional Environmental Practice(IPEP) Annual Award '2010 IPEP Annual Award for Professional Development and Mentoring'. This is the second occasion that Mr. Ritwik is receiving the IPEP Award under different Category. Touted as the “Environment Oscars”, these awards recognize exceptional contributions to the environmental profession or to society at large. 
