BSR's 3rd Annual Occupational Safety and Health Competition 2026: Fostering a Safety Culture in the Energy Sector

More than 57 million safe working hours – this impressive figure represents not just a numerical achievement but the result of millions of correct actions, thousands of work shifts following strict procedures, and the dedication of individuals who always prioritize safety above all. At BSR's 3rd Annual Occupational Safety and Health Competition in 2026, these "safety warriors" continue to affirm their core role in maintaining a safe working environment, spreading a risk prevention culture, and contributing to the protection of workers' health.

Context and Significance of the Competition

The BSR Occupational Safety and Health Competition has become an important annual event, marking the strong commitment of the Vietnam Oil and Gas Group (PVN) and Petroleum Technical Services Joint Stock Company (BSR) to building and developing a safety culture in the workplace.

This is not merely a competition but a forum to share experiences, learn advanced safety management methods, and recognize the outstanding contributions of the safety and health officer team throughout the BSR system.

Impressive Achievement: 57 Million Safe Working Hours

The figure of 57 million safe working hours achieved on the eve of the 3rd Competition demonstrates the continuous efforts of all BSR officers and employees. This is the result of:

• Millions of correct safety procedures
• Thousands of work shifts strictly complying with regulations
• Close supervision by the team of safety and health officers
• A "safety first" culture permeated in every employee

BSR's 3rd Annual Occupational Safety and Health Competition - A Forum for Knowledge and Skills

BSR's 3rd Annual Occupational Safety and Health Competition was organized on a larger scale with higher quality, attracting the participation of hundreds of safety and health officers from member units throughout the BSR system.

According to the Organizing Committee, the 2026 Competition featured many new and special highlights:

• Development of competition contents closely aligned with actual work at various units
• Enhancement of practical situation handling components
• Diversification of competition formats, suitable for different participants
• Focus on applying technology in safety management

Main Competition Contents

BSR's 3rd Annual Occupational Safety and Health Competition includes several engaging competition contents:

1. Knowledge test: Assessment of knowledge on occupational safety and health laws, industry regulations, and BSR's specific safety procedures.
2. Practical skills test: Skills in using personal protective equipment, first aid, and incident handling.
3. Situation handling test: Solving complex safety situations that may occur in practice.
4. Communication test: Skills in communicating and disseminating safety knowledge to colleagues.

The Role of Occupational Safety and Health Officers

Occupational safety and health officers are likened to "safety warriors" – the core force in maintaining a safe working environment, serving as a bridge between leadership and workers in implementing safety regulations.

Mr. Nguyen Van A, Head of the Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) Department at BSR, shared: "Safety and health officers are not just supervisors but also consultants, sources of inspiration, and protectors of workers. They are an indispensable link in BSR's safety management system."

Spreading a Risk Prevention Culture

One of the important objectives of the competition is to spread a risk prevention culture throughout the BSR system. Through the competition's activities, safety awareness goes beyond mere compliance with regulations to become a habit and a cultural lifestyle for each individual.

Ms. Tran Thi B, Deputy General Director of BSR, emphasized: "Safety is not a burden but a prerequisite for sustainable development. We believe that when every employee becomes a safety ambassador, we will together build a working environment that is not only safe but also a place where everyone can maximize their potential."

Contributing to Worker Health Protection

BSR's 3rd Annual Occupational Safety and Health Competition is not just a competition but a practical action to protect workers' health. By enhancing the capacity of safety and health officers, BSR aims to minimize occupational accidents, occupational diseases, and create the best working conditions for employees.

Mr. Le Van C, a representative from Dung Quat Oil Refinery Plant, shared: "Thanks to the company's attention and the efforts of the safety and health officer team, we feel more secure at work. Safety regulations are no longer just clauses on paper but have become an integral part of our daily work."

The Future of Safety Work at BSR

Building on the success of BSR's Occupational Safety and Health Competition, the company aims to continue developing and improving the quality of safety work in the coming years:

• Further investment in automated safety monitoring technology
• Development of online safety training systems
• Establishment of appropriate reward mechanisms for individuals and units with outstanding safety performance
• Expansion of international cooperation in the field of occupational safety

Conclusion

BSR's 3rd Annual Occupational Safety and Health Competition in 2026 is not only an event to recognize achievements but also a motivation for all BSR officers and employees to continue striving to continuously improve safety awareness and skills. With the figure of 57 million safe working hours as clear evidence, BSR is gradually affirming its pioneering role in occupational safety in Vietnam's energy sector.

Safety is not a destination but a journey. On that journey, BSR's "safety warriors" will continue to be the guiding torch, spreading the safety culture to every corner of the organization, contributing to building a safe, sustainable, and developing BSR.

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