The commitment of PT Waru Kaltim Plantation (WKP) and PT Sukses Tani Nusasubur (STN) in building a culture of occupational safety and health has once again been recognized by the East Kalimantan Provincial Government. At the East Kalimantan Province Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Awards Ceremony in 2025, held at the Sempaja Samarinda Plenary Hall, both subsidiaries of PT Astra Agro Lestari Tbk. (Astra Agro) Successfully received the Zero Accident award.
This award was presented by the East Kalimantan Provincial Government as recognition of companies that have implemented best practices in ensuring worker safety and sustainable operations. Through this award, the government aims to emphasize that a company’s success is not only measured by numerical achievements, but also by its ability to protect its employees, who are a vital part of the company’s productivity.
East Kalimantan Deputy Governor Seno Aji expressed appreciation to all award recipients. “We extend our highest appreciation to the companies receiving this year’s K3 awards. We hope this award is not just for show, but will continue to be realized in the company’s operational management,” he stated. He also noted the ongoing challenge of an insufficient number of company supervisors in East Kalimantan. With only about 50 supervisors, monitoring the tens of thousands of workers in the region requires special attention.
“Going forward, we request the Central Government to increase the number of supervisors in East Kalimantan. With this addition, companies can be assessed and evaluated every month, so employees are further away from incidents,” he said.
The Head of the East Kalimantan Provincial Manpower and Transmigration Office, Rozani Erawadi, added that this award is part of efforts to encourage improved quality of protection for workers. “The success of a company is not only measured by production achievements, but also by how they protect the safety of their workers,” he explained.
Meanwhile, Aris Wahyudi, the Expert Staff to the Minister of Manpower in the Field of Manpower Economics, emphasized that implementing an OSH culture is a long-term investment. “When workers feel safe and protected, the company’s productivity and competitiveness will also grow,” he stated.
The East Kalimantan Provincial Government presented awards to companies and K3 observers, as outlined in East Kalimantan Governor’s Decree Number 100.3.3.1/K.185/2025. PT Waru Kaltim Plantation (WKP) and PT Sukses Tani Nusasubur (STN) were among this year’s recipients of the Zero Accident award. This achievement demonstrates the company’s commitment to maintaining a disciplined and continuous occupational safety system.
Eko Andrianto, Administrator of PT WKP, expressed appreciation and gratitude to all employees for their dedication to workplace safety. He emphasized that the Zero Accident award is not only a company achievement, but also concrete proof of the collective commitment to consistently implement safety regulations.
“Every safety procedure implemented in the field, from the use of personal protective equipment to adherence to SOPs, reflects our collective responsibility. This success demonstrates that when the entire team works with discipline and prioritizes safety, positive results follow,” said Eko.
He added that this award serves as motivation to further improve the safety culture in the workplace. “We want every employee to feel safe and comfortable at work, because safety is the foundation for productivity and the company’s operational sustainability. This achievement motivates us to continue strengthening OHS supervision, training, and practices across all units,” he concluded.
This award affirms the commitment of PT Waru Kaltim Plantation (WKP) and PT Sukses Tani Nusasubur (STN) to creating a safe and productive work environment. It also motivates continued efforts to strengthen safety culture and maintain K3 discipline across all company units.
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