IE bags double certifications for quality management

As a mark of its commitment to safety, quality management of materials and resources, Ikeja Electric,  has been  awarded  International Quality Management System Certification, ISO 0991 and Health and Safety Certification, OHSAS 18001.

Anthony Youdeowei, CEO, Ikeja Electric Plc, while commenting on the certification, explained that with this achievement,  the distribution  company has becomes the first and only company in Nigeria’s power sector to receive the certification.

“Ikeja Electric is the first company in the Power sector to bag the highly-prized OHSAS 18001 Certification; an attestation to our dedication and passion for sustainable safety culture and excellence, ”said the CEO.

He attributed the achievement to the new innovations on safety compliance.

“ Safety Code (10 Commandments), just like the lifesaving rules, reward system for safety compliance, top management commitment and involvement in safety activities, training and the use of quality materials at all time in its daily operations especially the maintenance and replacement of absolute electrical items in the system.”

He also explained that Ikeja Electric is also the fist Electricity Distribution Company to set up Business improvement Models with customers focus in Nigeria, in line with international best practices.

“The new innovations which we have put in place has enabled the company win various awards including Best HSE Practicing Company, Power and Utility at 9jaSafe Hall of Fame Award in 2015; Best Heath and Safety Initiatives in Nigeria at the Nigerian Risk Awards in 2016; Merit Award for Outstanding Commitment to Health, Safety & Environment at 9jaSafe Hall of Fame Award, 2016.”

He said the safety standard and training is not limited to IE staff, but to customers and other stakeholders, especially the Licensed Electrical Contractors Association of Nigeria. The company has partnered with many reputable companies to ensure adequate training for the staff, in ensuring ISO safety standard, as it will assist to prevent accident during their daily operations.