PPM Management, Central Jakarta: Occupational safety and health (K3) has become an important issue, not only on a national scale, but also on an international scale. Every company is required to implement K3 requirements. K3 no longer only belongs to companies in the oil and gas, mining, construction and manufacturing projects, but has spread to all types of companies. The profession in the field of K3 has become a promising profession for the next few decades. However, knowledge in the field of K3 is not mandatory only for employees in the K3 field, but is mandatory for all employees. Minister of Manpower Regulation no. 2 of 1992 has regulated the procedures for appointing General K3 Experts. "Every company that has 100 employees or more, or has high occupational risks, is required to have a P2K3 and at least one General K3 Expert. 

"K3 experts are technical workers with special skills from outside the Department of Manpower who are appointed by the Minister of Manpower to monitor compliance with the Work Safety Law." General K3 experts are an extension of the government in supervising work in their workplace. to comply with statutory requirements set by the government, so as to reduce risks and incidents, both accidents and work-related illnesses. After passing this certification, individuals will have legally recognized authority to become an K3 Expert in their workplace. 

Some of the Main Reasons Why General K3 Expert Training is Necessary:

1. Prevent Work Accidents and Injuries:

• • General K3 Expert Training equips workers about potential dangers in the workplace and how to anticipate them.
  • Understanding preventive measures and using PPE is important to be aware of, because it can reduce the risk of accidents and work-related injuries.

2. Legal Compliance:

• • Many government authorities require OSH training as part of legal compliance for companies.
  • Having an K3 Expert can help companies comply with applicable work safety laws, this is another important point in legal compliance.

3. Increase Productivity:

• • Employees who are aware of work safety are more focused and productive, in fact they know how to work safely and healthily.
  • Less accidents and injuries at work also reduces absenteeism, on the other hand also has the potential to increase the continuity of effective operations.

4. Improving Work Quality:

• • Employees who have taken General K3 Expert Training definitely have a better understanding of their duties and responsibilities specifically regarding the field of K3.
  • General K3 Expert Training also leads to increased work productivity, as well as helping to reduce work accidents.

5. Building a Safety Culture:

• • General K3 Expert Training also builds a culture of safety and health in the workplace, so that everyone feels responsible for the safety of themselves and their colleagues.
  • A strong K3 culture can create a safer and healthier work environment, in this case to create Zero Acccident.

Training with the title “General K3 Expert” which will be held on 28 November 2023 – 01 December 2023 is being held by PPM Cikarang. This activity was attended by Mr. Hafizhan as a representative from PT WLS. Occupational Safety and Health (K3) is a form of long-term investment that can provide great benefits for the company. By prioritizing workforce safety and health, companies will have a healthier and happier workforce, as well as reducing the risk of accidents and unnecessary costs. Participants are also expected to know their duties and obligations in terms of implementing Occupational Safety and Health procedures, systems and processes in their workplace in accordance with applicable regulations and laws (UU). 

Source by :

– https://www.garudasystrain.co.id/training-ahli-k3-umum/

– Admin PT WLS/Personal Doc.