ISO 9001
ISO 14001
ISO 27001
Zero Harm
Accidents, occupational illnesses, environmental incidents, and property damage are treated as preventable.
QHSE
Ken-Next delivery standard
Safety-led
Planning starts with risk control.
Quality-first
Standards guide delivery from start to closeout.
Quality, Health, Safety & Environment
Safety, quality, health, and environmental care
Built into the way we plan, execute, and deliver every project across the business.
Quality, Health, Safety & Environment
QHSE is part of the delivery model, not an afterthought.
We plan, execute, and review work with care, accountability, and continuous improvement to protect people, preserve the environment, and keep execution disciplined.
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Protect people
We prioritize safe planning, supervision, and incident prevention across every worksite.
02
Protect quality
We apply standards, checks, and disciplined execution from kickoff to handover.
Policy Snapshot
Clear standards, disciplined delivery, and continuous improvement.
Compliance
Operations are aligned with Nigerian laws, regulations, and recognized HSE standards.
Competence
Employees and contractors are expected to be trained, competent, and empowered to stop unsafe work.
Continual Improvement
Performance is monitored, audited, and reviewed to strengthen the system over time.
Policy Document
Ken-Next Ventures Nig. Ltd.
HSE Policy
Ken-Next Ventures Nig. Ltd. is committed to conducting all its operations in a manner that safeguards the health and safety of employees, contractors, clients, visitors, and host communities, while protecting the environment and ensuring quality in service delivery.
Management recognizes that all accidents, occupational illnesses, environmental incidents, and property damage are preventable and therefore commits to achieving Zero Harm through strong leadership, effective risk management, and continuous improvement of our Health, Safety and Environment Management System.
Four Pillars
The operating principles behind every project.
Health
We support safe working practices, welfare, fitness for work, and prompt response to health concerns.
Safety
We plan tasks carefully, use the right controls, and encourage everyone to stop and report unsafe conditions.
Quality
We inspect, verify, and improve our delivery so the finished work stands up to client, legal, and technical expectations.
Environment
We work to minimize waste, prevent pollution, and keep our footprint as low as possible in every project.
Delivery Rhythm
How the policy shows up on site.
Plan
We identify hazards early, define controls, and align responsibilities before the first action begins.
Execute
We supervise work closely, maintain standards, and keep communication open across the team.
Improve
We review results, learn from incidents and near misses, and improve the next round of delivery.
Operational Commitments
The policy made practical across field work, offices, and project execution.
Safe and healthy workplaces
Provide a safe and healthy working environment by identifying hazards, assessing risks, and implementing effective control measures in line with the hierarchy of controls.
Legal compliance
Comply with all applicable Nigerian laws and regulations, including the Factories Act, NESREA regulations, NUPRC/DPR guidelines, FRSC requirements, and relevant fire safety codes.
ISO alignment
Meet and continually improve upon the requirements of ISO 45001:2018, ISO 14001:2015, and ISO 9001:2015 where applicable to HSE processes.
Pollution prevention
Prevent pollution and minimize environmental impacts through responsible waste management, spill prevention, resource conservation, and sustainable operational practices.
Competence and authority
Ensure that all employees and contractors are competent, trained, and empowered to carry out their duties safely, including the authority to stop work where unsafe conditions exist.
Participation and communication
Promote active consultation, communication, and participation of workers in all HSE matters.
Emergency readiness
Maintain effective emergency preparedness and response capabilities to mitigate the impact of incidents.
Performance review
Monitor, measure, audit, and review HSE performance regularly to drive continual improvement.
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