November 23, 2013

A new Toyota Hiace Ambulance bus has been donated to Julius Berger Nigeria Plc by the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) and the Nigeria Employers' Consultative Association (NECA) in recognition of the company's commitment to the promotion of a safe work place for employees.

At an enlightenment forum on "Occupational Safety and Health on the Employees Compensation Act 2010, organized by NSITF in conjunction with NECA at Rockview Hotels, Abuja, the donation is said to represent the "highest donation / award to any company or organization, selected for exceptional safety culture". The forum was held on 11th September 2013.

Additional Information

Julius Berger prioritizes the health and safety of all employees, subcontractors or contractual partners, as well as the people and environment that may be affected by the company's sphere of activity. Julius Berger invests in the ongoing training of its workforce, and dedicates numerous resources to increase Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) awareness based on best practice standards. Regular safety education programs support the implementation of the company's HSE policy and are a key component in the promotion of Health and Safety in the workplace.

Julius Berger Synopsis

Julius Berger Nigeria Plc is a Nigerian company offering integrated construction solutions. The company has been operating in Nigeria since 1965 and its scope covers all areas of construction. Julius Berger is dedicated to the utilisation of cutting-edge technologies and the long term training and education of its staff of 18,000 people. Integrity, transparency, safety and sustainability are the pillars of Julius Berger's structures and behaviours. The company is committed to being a responsible corporate citizen and actively seeks out opportunities to make measurable differences in the future of people and communities. Key areas of focus include Health, Education and Sports.

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