We are pleased to inform that Omar Kassem Alesayi Marketing Co. Ltd. (OKAM), a leading food distribution and marketing company in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, celebrated their certification against ISO 45001:2018 certification from SGS.
This achievement highlights OKAM’s commitment to providing a safe and secure work environment for its associates and underscores its dedication to upholding international standards.
About OKAM
OKAM is a premier food distribution and marketing company in Saudi Arabia, serving as the sole distributor of international brands of canned food, pulses, and rice.
With a robust network of 16 distribution branches, OKAM supplies food brands to over 730 wholesale customers, all hypermarkets in the region, and more than 11,900 small corner groceries.
Certification Scope
The certification scope covers OKAM's dry food warehouse facility, which includes rice & pulses packaging plants, the finished goods storage facility, and Frimex Plaza building where OKAM’s corporate office is situated.
It also encompasses the importing and warehousing of dry and canned food items and pulses, along with their distribution through third parties across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Benefits of ISO 45001:2018 Certification
ISO 45001:2018 is the international standard for occupational health and safety management systems. Implementing this standard brings numerous benefits to OKAM:
- Enhanced Workplace Safety: Establishes a systematic approach to managing workplace safety, reducing the risk of accidents and incidents.
- Improved Compliance: Helps ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and reduces the likelihood of legal issues.
- Increased Productivity: Promotes a safer work environment, leading to increased employee morale and productivity.
- Strengthened Reputation: Demonstrates a commitment to employee well-being and safety, enhancing the company's image with customers and partners.
SGS played a key role in guiding us through adopting best OHS practices enabling us to establish a comprehensive roadmap for managing operational OHS risks and improving business sustainability.
We congratulate OKAM on achieving ISO 45001 certification. This demonstrates their proactive approach to managing occupational health and safety risks and sets a benchmark in the food distribution industry.
About SGS
We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world.
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