New Challenges, Unchanged Responsibility
In our daily lives, we are surrounded by a lot of information and tasks. At times like these, it’s easy to feel like we have to focus on too many things at once, and it’s hard to give every detail the same amount of attention. If we focus only on our own tasks at such times, we are less able to pay attention to our surroundings, our colleagues, and comply with rules, which increases the risk of accidents. Yet safe and sustainable operations are our shared responsibility.
In a workplace community, we all influence one another. That is precisely why it is important not only to see our own work but also understand how it relates to that of others. In the long run, it is much more rewarding to work in a workplace environment where everyone follows the same rules and works together to ensure safety. When following the rules is a natural part of everyday life, less energy needs to be spent on correcting mistakes, clearing up misunderstandings, or correcting inappropriate practices.
EHS rules are not created for their own sake. Behind every regulation lie real-world experiences – and in many cases, accidents that have occurred in the past. Their purpose is simple: to prevent the same incidents from happening again. That is precisely why compliance with these rules is not only our individual, but also our collective interest.
The rules apply equally to everyone. They are not based on experience, routine, or individual abilities, but are designed to provide the greatest possible safety under all circumstances. Most accidents do not happen the first time a task is performed, but rather when a task has become so routine that we tend to underestimate the risks. That is precisely why it is important to approach a work process – even when performing it for the umpteenth time – with the same level of attention and sense of responsibility as on the very first day.
In light of all this, we ask all our colleagues to consistently observe safety and environmental protection rules, treating them as shared values.
In 2026, we set the following key objectives to safeguard health and safety in the workplace:
- To ensure more effective sharing of knowledge regarding occupational safety, fire safety, health, and environmental protection, we are introducing factory-level EHS audiovisual training. Experience shows that illustrative, visual content is easier to process and is retained better over the long term than written training materials alone. As part of our visual management initiative, we are also placing occupational safety diagrams next to the machines on the production lines that clearly illustrate the hazards associated with the specific equipment and ways to prevent injuries.
- To further strengthen employee protection, we are implementing a new LOTO (Lockout/Tagout) system. The purpose of LOTO locks is to ensure that machines and equipment can be safely disconnected from energy sources during maintenance and repair work, thereby reducing the risk of workplace accidents.
- We are also reviewing and updating the EHS point system. The goal of this revision is to ensure that the scoring reflects better current risks and treats the severity of individual rule violations more proportionately.
- Our health promotion programs are also continuing. Between July 6—8, 2026, we will organize a health screening program so that employees can get a comprehensive picture of their current state of health. The screenings will include, among others, cardiovascular, musculoskeletal, pulmonary, ophthalmological, and dental screenings, body composition analysis, melanoma screening, abdominal ultrasound, and other health examinations. A total of 336 employees can participate in the program (150 spots are available for melanoma screening and abdominal ultrasound). EHS Team will provide details on registration shortly.
- To raise awareness of the importance of environmental protection, starting in June, we will be publishing monthly “Green Topics.” These will include practical advice and information that can be useful not only at work but also at home and in everyday life. Topics include reducing energy consumption, minimizing waste, cutting back on plastic use, improving indoor and outdoor air quality, and the connection between lifestyle and environmental protection.
The launch of the TBR plant also brings new responsibilities for the EHS team. To ensure safe and compliant operations, numerous measurements, risk assessments, commissioning procedures, and training sessions will be conducted, and the necessary permit and report processes will be carried out.
Safe manufacturing cannot be achieved through rules and systems alone. Feedback from employees is also of paramount importance, especially during the testing phase, before mass production begins! Therefore, we ask all colleagues to report any shortcomings, potential hazards, or areas for improvement immediately when they notice them. Safety is our shared responsibility, and every comment is a valuable contribution to it.