[NAWA] APA ITU SMK3?

Summary

This video discusses the importance of implementing an Occupational Health and Safety Management System (SMK3) in companies, particularly those with over 100 employees or operating in high-risk sectors like mining and oil. It outlines the legal requirements, key principles of SMK3, and the audit process for certification. The certification, which comes in three levels, ensures workplace safety, reduces risks, and boosts productivity. The video emphasizes that both internal and external audits play a crucial role in evaluating compliance, encouraging companies to take an active role in ensuring the safety and well-being of their workforce.

Takeaways

• 😀 The implementation of K3 (Occupational Health and Safety Management System) aims to control risks related to workplace activities to create a safe, efficient, and productive work environment.
• 😀 The goal of K3 management is to prevent accidents and occupational diseases by involving management, workers, and trade unions in the workplace.
• 😀 Every company with 100 or more employees or those with high hazard potential must implement K3, especially in sectors like mining, oil, and gas.
• 😀 High-risk companies are identified through inspections and evaluations by labor inspectors, including an assessment of environmental factors and potential hazards like chemicals.
• 😀 The application of K3 management includes five principles: policy setting, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation, and continuous performance improvement.
• 😀 Legal regulations regarding K3 implementation include Indonesia's Law No. 13/2003 on labor and Government Regulation No. 50/2012, which outlines K3 system practices.
• 😀 External audits of K3 implementation can be conducted by independent audit bodies recognized by the Ministry of Manpower, with 22 such institutions currently authorized.
• 😀 A company may voluntarily request an external K3 audit, but it is mandatory for high-risk companies or those designated by the Ministry of Manpower or relevant authorities.
• 😀 After the audit, the Ministry of Manpower reviews the audit report and awards a certificate or recognition based on the company's compliance level with the K3 system criteria.
• 😀 K3 certification has three levels based on the number of criteria met: initial, transition, and advanced levels, with more criteria required as the level increases.

Q & A

What is SMK3, and why is it important for companies?

SMK3 stands for System of Occupational Safety and Health Management. It is a framework designed to control risks related to work activities and create a safe, efficient, and productive workplace. Its importance lies in preventing workplace accidents and illnesses, enhancing employee safety, and improving overall company productivity.

Who is required to implement SMK3?

SMK3 must be implemented by companies that employ 100 or more workers or those that have high-risk potential activities, such as mining, oil, and gas industries. These companies are obligated by law to apply the SMK3 system.

What are the main goals of implementing SMK3 in a company?

The main goals of SMK3 implementation are to improve the effectiveness of occupational health and safety (K3) protection, prevent work accidents and illnesses, and create a safe and efficient workplace that encourages higher productivity.

What are the key principles involved in implementing SMK3?

The five key principles of SMK3 implementation are: 1) Establishing K3 policy, 2) Developing K3 planning, 3) Executing the K3 plan, 4) Monitoring and evaluating the K3 system, and 5) Reviewing and improving the K3 performance.

What legal regulations govern the implementation of SMK3?

The implementation of SMK3 is regulated under the Law No. 13/2003 on Employment and Government Regulation No. 50/2012 on the implementation of SMK3. These regulations outline the obligations for companies to ensure workplace safety and health.

How does a company get evaluated for SMK3 certification?

SMK3 certification can be assessed through both internal and external audits. The internal audit is conducted by the company's own personnel, while the external audit is performed by independent audit institutions accredited by the Ministry of Manpower. Companies must request these audits themselves.

What is the process for an external SMK3 audit?

For an external SMK3 audit, companies must submit a request to an accredited audit institution. The audit institution then plans the audit and submits this plan to the Ministry of Manpower for review. Once the audit is completed, the results are reported, and the Ministry verifies and issues the SMK3 certificate.

Are external audits mandatory for all companies implementing SMK3?

External audits are mandatory for companies in high-risk industries, such as mining and oil, as well as those identified by the Ministry of Manpower as having high-risk potential. However, other companies may undergo external audits voluntarily to assess their SMK3 implementation.

What are the three categories of SMK3 certification levels?

The three categories of SMK3 certification are: 1) Initial level, which meets 64 criteria, 2) Transition level, which meets 122 criteria, and 3) Advanced level, which meets 166 criteria. Companies progress through these levels based on their level of compliance and readiness.

How many companies in Indonesia have received SMK3 certification?

As of 2022, over 2,000 companies in Indonesia have received SMK3 certification, marking a significant increase in compliance from previous years. The Ministry of Manpower continues to encourage more companies to apply for SMK3 audits to improve worker safety and productivity.