Qatar's Ministry of Labour, in cooperation with Gulf Warehousing Company Q.P.S.C (GWC), organised an awareness seminar on the safe storage and handling of hazardous materials.
The session was held with the participation of the General Directorate of Civil Defence’s Prevention Department, the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change’s Chemicals and Hazardous Waste Department, and academic advisers from the University of Doha for Science and Technology.
The seminar aimed to enhance understanding of occupational safety standards and equip participants with preventive measures to reduce risks during storage and transportation operations.
Nasser Al Hajri, Chief People Officer at GWC, thanked the Ministry of Labour for its efforts to promote workplace safety, highlighting that the health and safety of employees remain the company’s top priority.
He emphasised that GWC ensures comprehensive safety training, proper use of personal protective equipment, regular emergency drills, and a culture of hazard prevention and awareness supported by strict adherence to preventive measures.
“At GWC, we follow stringent international safety protocols to ensure the safe storage of hazardous materials,” said Al Hajri.
“This involves regular employee training on safe handling practices, emergency preparedness, gas monitoring alarms, fire alarms, secondary containment systems, routine maintenance, risk assessments, and continually reinforcing awareness of occupational health and safety.”
Better HSE practices
As part of its proactive safety culture, GWC operates a Safety Observation Reporting (SOR) System, which allows employees to report potential risks or unsafe conditions in real time. This initiative helps the company identify hazards early and implement corrective actions to maintain a safe working environment.
Al Hajri added that GWC continuously strengthens its occupational safety and health standards by integrating them into its daily operations and promoting awareness of safety, health, and environmental management systems. The company focuses on improving risk assessments, operational controls, and monitoring of key performance indicators related to workplace safety, health, and security, all aligned with international best practices.
GWC is one of the region’s leading logistics providers, offering end-to-end supply chain solutions and managing over 4mn sq m of logistics infrastructure. The company operates specialised hubs for sectors such as oil and gas in Ras Laffan and Mesaieed industrial cities, serving both local and international clients while maintaining its commitment to safety, sustainability, and operational excellence.
