HSE & Quality
Health, safety, environment, security and quality management — the foundation of how we operate on every project.
The CASIL HSE Promise
CASIL is committed to protecting our people, the environment, and the communities where we work, across every engineering, construction, and commissioning activity we undertake.
Our HSE management system is built around continuous improvement, hazard elimination through HEMP and JHA, and a culture where every person on site shares responsibility for safety — not just the HSE team.
The Five CASHES Pillars
Every HSE action stems from these five foundational areas, addressed together across every project.
Community Affairs
Engagement with host communities to support safe, cooperative project delivery and maintain good relations throughout the project lifecycle.
Safety
Hazard identification, risk assessment, and incident prevention embedded in daily operations through HEMP and JHA.
Health
Programs and procedures to protect the health and wellbeing of our workforce on every site we operate on.
Environment
Environmental responsibility integrated into project planning, site execution, and waste management practices.
Security
Site and asset security measures maintained across all project locations to protect personnel and equipment.
HSE & Quality Milestones
Company Incorporated
Chris and Sons International Limited incorporated within the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
ISO-Based QMS Adopted
Quality management system structured around the ISO model, inclusive of management and quality assurance steps. [Date to confirm.]
NEBOSH-Certified Leadership
General Manager holds NEBOSH certification, strengthening HSE oversight at management level.
ISO 9001 Certification
[To be added once certification is confirmed and the certificate is available.]
Regulatory Alignment
Areas of Nigerian and international regulation relevant to our operations. [Status column to be confirmed and updated with verified audit/certification details.]
| Regulation / Standard | Governing Body | Scope | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| DPR / NUPRC HSE Guidelines | Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission | E&P safety and environment | [To confirm] |
| NESREA Act (2007) | National Environmental Standards Agency | Waste, emissions, discharge | [To confirm] |
| Factories Act (Cap F1) | Federal Ministry of Labour | Workplace safety | [To confirm] |
| Oil Pipelines Act (LFN 2004) | Federal Government of Nigeria | Pipeline safety | [To confirm] |
| ISO 9001 | International Organization for Standardization | Quality Management Systems | [To confirm] |
HSE & Quality Policy Library
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Permit-to-Work Categories
No high-risk activity begins on a CASIL site without an authorised permit to work.
Hot Work Permit
Required for welding, grinding, cutting and open-flame activities, with fire watch and gas checks in place before work starts.
Confined Space Entry
Atmospheric testing before and during entry, with a dedicated standby person and rescue equipment pre-positioned.
Electrical Isolation
Lockout/tagout procedure enforced, with isolation verified by a qualified person before any work commences.
Work at Height
Required above 1.8 metres. Scaffold inspection and full-body harness mandatory, with drop zones enforced.
Excavation & Ground Disturbance
Underground utility checks required before digging, with barricades and signage mandatory before work begins.
Lifting Operations
Lift plan required for critical lifts, with a competent lifting supervisor present and equipment inspected pre-lift.
How We Identify & Control Risk
Hazard Identification (HEMP)
Every activity is assessed for potential hazards before work begins, using our Hazard and Effect Management Process.
Job Hazard Analysis (JHA)
Specific tasks are broken down through our JHA register, identifying controls for each step of the work.
Control Measures
Controls follow the hierarchy: elimination, substitution, engineering controls, administrative controls, then PPE.
Verification
Controls are verified as in place and effective before and during the activity, not just planned on paper.
Risk Assessment Matrix
Illustrative risk matrix used to rate identified hazards by likelihood and severity.
| 1 Rare | 2 Unlikely | 3 Possible | 4 Likely | 5 Almost Certain | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Catastrophic | H | C | C | C | C |
| 4 Major | M | H | C | C | C |
| 3 Moderate | L | M | H | C | C |
| 2 Minor | L | L | M | H | H |
| 1 Negligible | L | L | L | M | M |
Personal Protective Equipment Standards
PPE is matched to the specific hazard of the task, referenced against recognised international standards.
| Hazard / Risk | Type of Work | PPE | Standard |
|---|---|---|---|
| Head injury | Falling & flying objects | Safety Helmet | BS EN 397 |
| Eye injury | Clean-up & remediation work | Eye Goggles | BS EN 166 1F |
| Hand injuries | Handling tools, equipment & materials | Hand Gloves | BS EN 388 |
| Feet injuries | Sharp objects, contaminated ground | Safety Boots | BS EN ISO 20345:2011 |
| Body injury | Contaminated-material handling | Fire-Retardant Coverall | NFPA 2112 / BS EN ISO 11612 |
| Inhalation risk | Fume / dust exposure | Nose Mask | BS EN 141 |
Journey Management & Emergency Response
Journey Management
All journeys are planned and authorised by a designated Journey Manager. Vehicles must be certified fit, drivers must hold a valid licence and have completed defensive-driving training. Night driving (18:00–06:00) is not permitted except by documented waiver.
Emergency Response Structure
Contingency plans cover fire, medical, and security emergencies. On activation, the site alarm sounds and all personnel proceed to the designated muster point for a roll call, following the site-specific Emergency Response Plan established for each project.
Reporting & Investigation Process
Immediate Response
Ensure everyone is safe, render first aid, secure the scene, and notify the site supervisor and HSE officer.
Initial Notification
The incident is formally logged and reported up through the site management chain without delay.
Investigation
A structured investigation identifies root cause, not just the immediate trigger of the incident.
Corrective Action
Findings are turned into corrective actions with an owner and a close-out date, and lessons are shared.
Our People. Our Commitment.
Safety lives in the decisions made by every person on site, every day.
Stop Work Authority
Every person on a CASIL site has the authority to stop any task they believe is unsafe, without fear of reprisal.
Open Reporting
Near-misses are treated as safety intelligence — a way to catch a weakness before it becomes an incident.
Continuous Training
HSE training doesn't stop at induction — personnel receive ongoing refreshers and competence checks.
Contractor Safety
Contractors on our sites are held to the same safety standards as our own personnel — no exceptions.
Raise a Safety Concern or Near-Miss
Your observation could save a life. Reports may be submitted anonymously.
Reach Our Team
Obiazor Ifeanyi
B.Eng. Chemical Engineering
Info@casiltd.org
Orighoye Toritseju
B.Eng. Electrical Engineering
Info@casiltd.org
General enquiries: +234 803 742 0956 · Info@casiltd.org