Overview
International SOS provided a site health risks assessment to its client, a large Engineering and Construction MNC operating in Iraqi Kurdistan, and supported them in maintaining compliance standards and risk monitoring.
Problem
One of International SOS's clients, who is a renowned Engineering and Construction company from Europe, was concerned about health risks for their staff who were going to initiate a project in the eastern part of Iraqi Kurdistan. They were keen to take steps towards mitigating these risks prior to commencing operations, as well as contingency planning.Solution
International SOS, which has over a decade of experience and presence in Iraqi Kurdistan, provided an initial brief to the client on the overall health risk factors to be considered when operating in the region.
After obtaining additional information from the client, such as the specific areas of operation, duration, and their employee readiness schedule, it became evident that prompt planning was necessary to prevent any potential delays in starting the project.
We deployed our expert health and security consultants, who are responsible for Iraq and the Kurdistan region, to the client site. They mapped key risks as well as available resources to manage those risks. Assessment of medical facilities, medical transport providers, security evacuation routes, etc. were conducted as well. Our team then prepared a detailed report with key recommendations and actionable items, for presentation to the client.
After receiving all the information first-hand, the client became aware of the urgent need to make preparations and arrangements for the well-being and safety of their employees in order to avoid any delays in the project's completion.