Karyanyata, Surabaya – PT Terminal Petikemas Surabaya (TPS) continues to strengthen its commitment to fostering a safe work environment that prioritizes the well-being of all employees by conducting Basic Life Support (BLS) training for operational and Health, Safety, Security, and Environment (HSSE) personnel. The training took place on Tuesday (November 3) in the Toba Room at the TPS facility.
The program aims to enhance the knowledge, skills, and preparedness of personnel in providing first aid to individuals in emergency situations specifically those requiring rapid and precise life-saving interventions.
The training curriculum covers first aid for both localized and systemic medical issues, initial management of injuries, bleeding, burns, and choking. Participants also received instruction on Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), the use of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs), emergency response, bandaging, splinting, patient transport and evacuation, and how to provide ongoing support until an ambulance or medical professionals arrive.
In addition to theoretical instruction, the training included hands-on practice and case studies. The session began with a pre-test, followed by the presentation of course material, practical first-aid skills training, a post-test, and a concluding evaluation. This approach is intended to ensure that participants not only understand the skills but are also capable of applying them effectively when faced with emergencies in the workplace.
TPS President Director Ali Sodikin emphasized that the ability to provide first aid is a vital competency for staff particularly those working in operational areas characterized by high levels of activity and diverse occupational risks.
“Safety is the top priority in all of TPS’s operational activities. Through this Basic Life Support training, we aim to ensure that our personnel possess the fundamental knowledge and skills to provide prompt and accurate assistance during emergencies. In situations requiring immediate intervention, the ability to administer first aid can be a critical factor in saving a life,” stated Ali Sodikin.
Furthermore, Ali emphasized that enhancing human resource competency in occupational health and safety is part of the company’s ongoing effort to build a robust and sustainable safety culture.
“We hope that the knowledge gained from this training will not only equip participants for their daily duties but also foster a collective sense of care and preparedness. A safety culture should be the responsibility of everyone within the company, rather than being limited to a specific function,” he added.
Through this initiative, TPS expects its operational and HSSE personnel to become increasingly alert, responsive, and confident in handling emergency situations. This capacity-building effort is also part of the company’s continuous commitment to strengthening the implementation of Health, Safety, Security, and Environment (HSSE) standards, thereby supporting smooth, safe, reliable, and sustainable terminal operations.(Tan)
