sustainability newsletter 16

In recent years, those of us who work for

Petrex have made a constant effort to develop a

culture of prevention, in which a job well done

is synonymous with safe job, and the well-being

of every individual is valued above any

operational rush. In order to achieve this, we

have developed STOP and LiHS programs and

we have used tools to identify and assess risks

and in the preparation of work permits.

These measures and what has been learned

through a number of courses have been

adopted by us in order to be applied,

particularly where most of the action occurs in

our business: in the operative areas. Before

each task, we must consciously apply what we

have learned, always make the highest demands

on ourselves and reflect upon the risks entailed

in each job we undertake.

Persevering in this way, we will internalize

the culture of prevention, by adopting all these

tools and asking ourselves: How can I do this

task in a safer way? Am I taking unnecessary

risks by doing my tasks in the way I always do

them? Can the way in which I work place me or

one of my workmates in danger? We must

continue to ask ourselves these questions when

planning tasks; this is the path towards an

operation totally free of accidents. We must not

waver! Let’s develop these measures and direct

our efforts towards building safe working

environments, and in this way give our loved

ones the peace of mind which comes from

knowing we will return home safely.

We would like to call upon toolpushers and

all those who supervise the company’s

fieldwork, in both operations and maintenance:

Every time you meet with your teams and plan

the tasks to be done, invite them to ask

questions like those listed above. Start

yourselves: encourage the personnel who work

for you to ask more questions, to solve their

doubts and to present their ideas that will lead

to everybody’s work being more efficient and

safer. As supervisors, you have the power to

inspire your teams to be the main driving force

behind a better Petrex.

Let us make sure we are focused and

responsible in our work, taking care of our own

well-being and that of our workmates, so that

we can all go home afterwards and be with our

families. “The safer the better” is not merely a

slogan; it is an attitude we decide to adopt

every time we go to work. Let’s have the

courage to do just that.

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2012may-august 201216

number

editorial

petrex

sustainabilitynewsletter

ManagementTools

Environment

Testimonial

Health

Education

SocioEconomicDevelopment

prevention of

cardiovasculardiseases

cardiovascular

What are cardiovascular diseases?They are those illnesses that affect the

heart or blood vessels and which are responsible for 30% of deaths worldwide.

What are the most common cardiovascular diseases and what are their effects?

High cholesterol (hypercholesterolemia), high triglyceride levels and hypertension can produce obstructions in blood vessels, impeding blood flow and forcing the heart to work harder to pump blood around the body. These conditions, added to an activity that requires physical effort, can lead to heart attacks or ruptured blood vessels.

What are the causes of cardiovascular diseases?

In addition to hereditary predisposition, a diet containing excessive levels of fat, salt and sugars, limited physical activity and smoking are the main causes of these illnesses.

How can we prevent cardiovascular diseases?

Considering the causes mentioned above, we can see that we can control of 3 out of 4 of them, and this means we must change our habits in the following ways:

1. Eat a balanced diet, appropriate to our level of physical activity.

2. Exercise regularly.3. Give up smoking.

These three solutions, as well as helping us to avoid cardiovascular diseases, will enable us to feel healthier and fitter and enjoy our lives more.

Cardiovascular diseases are those

illnesses that affect the heart or blood

vessels and which are responsible for 30%

of deaths worldwide (WHO). The medical

profession has identified the main causes

of these diseases as inadequate diet, lack

of exercise and smoking. That is why our

Occupational Health Unit constantly

promotes the adoption of a healthy lifestyle

among all our workers.

Complementing the activities of the

Health Unit, the Sustainability Talent

The activity began with talks designed to raise awareness. The first was held on July 19 and was aimed at those fieldworkers who were on leave; the second was held the next day, July 20, for the Iquitos office staff. In both talks the most common cardiovascular diseases were presented in a dynamic way, together with the risks of contracting one of them and the habit we should adopt in order to prevent them.

On Sunday July 22 the Petrex initiative was integrated into the “Great Solidarity Jog”, a sporting event organized by the parish of San Martín de Porres. This made it possible for all the participants to put into practice the second preventive habit, “Exercise regularly”, by running through the main avenues of the city.

A total of 50 Petrex families participated in this campaign, and they learned how to improve their state of health and prevent circulatory system diseases. In addition, they also contributed to the well-being of the community, for the money collected from those who registered for the “Great Jog” was donated to the parish for the maintenance of its care homes for HIV-positive persons and persons in rehabilitation.

looking after my

capaign-Iquitos (Perú)heart

Program has directed its efforts to

addressing this issue of vital importance for

our workers and their families, seeking to

raise awareness and, in this way, join forces

in combating these illnesses. To this end,

the “Looking After My Heart Campaign”

was organized in Iquitos (Peru) and the

“Cardiovascular Disease Prevention

Program” was organized in Ciudad Ojeda

and El Tigre (Venezuela), with both

campaigns aimed at our workers and their

families.

healthactivitiessustainability talent program

diseases

prevention of

cardiovasculardiseases

cardiovascular

What are cardiovascular diseases?They are those illnesses that affect the

heart or blood vessels and which are responsible for 30% of deaths worldwide.

What are the most common cardiovascular diseases and what are their effects?

High cholesterol (hypercholesterolemia), high triglyceride levels and hypertension can produce obstructions in blood vessels, impeding blood flow and forcing the heart to work harder to pump blood around the body. These conditions, added to an activity that requires physical effort, can lead to heart attacks or ruptured blood vessels.

What are the causes of cardiovascular diseases?

In addition to hereditary predisposition, a diet containing excessive levels of fat, salt and sugars, limited physical activity and smoking are the main causes of these illnesses.

How can we prevent cardiovascular diseases?

Considering the causes mentioned above, we can see that we can control of 3 out of 4 of them, and this means we must change our habits in the following ways:

1. Eat a balanced diet, appropriate to our level of physical activity.

2. Exercise regularly.3. Give up smoking.

These three solutions, as well as helping us to avoid cardiovascular diseases, will enable us to feel healthier and fitter and enjoy our lives more.

Cardiovascular diseases are those

illnesses that affect the heart or blood

vessels and which are responsible for 30%

of deaths worldwide (WHO). The medical

profession has identified the main causes

of these diseases as inadequate diet, lack

of exercise and smoking. That is why our

Occupational Health Unit constantly

promotes the adoption of a healthy lifestyle

among all our workers.

Complementing the activities of the

Health Unit, the Sustainability Talent

The activity began with talks designed to raise awareness. The first was held on July 19 and was aimed at those fieldworkers who were on leave; the second was held the next day, July 20, for the Iquitos office staff. In both talks the most common cardiovascular diseases were presented in a dynamic way, together with the risks of contracting one of them and the habit we should adopt in order to prevent them.

On Sunday July 22 the Petrex initiative was integrated into the “Great Solidarity Jog”, a sporting event organized by the parish of San Martín de Porres. This made it possible for all the participants to put into practice the second preventive habit, “Exercise regularly”, by running through the main avenues of the city.

A total of 50 Petrex families participated in this campaign, and they learned how to improve their state of health and prevent circulatory system diseases. In addition, they also contributed to the well-being of the community, for the money collected from those who registered for the “Great Jog” was donated to the parish for the maintenance of its care homes for HIV-positive persons and persons in rehabilitation.

looking after my

capaign-Iquitos (Perú)heart

Program has directed its efforts to

addressing this issue of vital importance for

our workers and their families, seeking to

raise awareness and, in this way, join forces

in combating these illnesses. To this end,

the “Looking After My Heart Campaign”

was organized in Iquitos (Peru) and the

“Cardiovascular Disease Prevention

Program” was organized in Ciudad Ojeda

and El Tigre (Venezuela), with both

campaigns aimed at our workers and their

families.

diseases

cardiovasculardisaese

in Ciudad Ojeda and 100 in El Tigre

participated in this program. The talks on

cardiovascular diseases were complemented

by slideshows and videos in which the possible

consequences were demonstrated, as well as

the habits recommended as prevention (such

as giving up smoking, eating a low fat diet

and establishing an exercise routine).

The activity ended with the taking of the

blood pressure and a medical evaluation of

the participants, to enable the Medical Unit to

carry out a closer monitoring of these

workers.

Between May and August at our Ciudad

Ojeda and El Tigre (Venezuela) operations,

the “Cardiovascular Disease Prevention”

Program was developed. This program

consists of a round of training sessions that

seeks to reduce the risk of cardiovascular

events among our workers, evaluate the risk

factors of each worker, encourage a healthy

lifestyle and contribute to the strengthening of

a culture of prevention.

The participants were selected according

to the risk factors they presented (such as

obesity or smoking); in this way, 83 individuals

vaccinationVaccination against certain diseases

is one the most effective tools in

preventive healthcare. From May to

August, the Petrex workers located in the

Ciudad Ojeda (Occidente) and Monagas

(Oriente) regions participated in the

vaccination campaign, which included

vaccinations against hepatitis, influenza

and tetanus toxoid, to which our

personnel are exposed. In the same way,

some communit ies in the areas

mentioned also participated in the

campaign.

In Monagas, vaccinations were given

to 78 workers at the PTX-5928, PTX-

5932, PTX-5810, PTX-5869 and PTX-5

rigs, as well as to the labor relations

personnel of the Temblador office. In the

same way, in Ciudad Ojeda (Occidente),

vaccinations were given to 172 workers

at the Petrex Base and to the residents of

Urbanización Libertad, close to the base.

Here we had the support of the

Urbanización Libertad Outpatients’

Medical Centre.

prevention programCiudad Ojeda and El Tigre (Venezuela)

campaign-Ciudad Ojeda andMonagas (Venezuela)

cardiovasculardisaese

in Ciudad Ojeda and 100 in El Tigre

participated in this program. The talks on

cardiovascular diseases were complemented

by slideshows and videos in which the possible

consequences were demonstrated, as well as

the habits recommended as prevention (such

as giving up smoking, eating a low fat diet

and establishing an exercise routine).

The activity ended with the taking of the

blood pressure and a medical evaluation of

the participants, to enable the Medical Unit to

carry out a closer monitoring of these

workers.

Between May and August at our Ciudad

Ojeda and El Tigre (Venezuela) operations,

the “Cardiovascular Disease Prevention”

Program was developed. This program

consists of a round of training sessions that

seeks to reduce the risk of cardiovascular

events among our workers, evaluate the risk

factors of each worker, encourage a healthy

lifestyle and contribute to the strengthening of

a culture of prevention.

The participants were selected according

to the risk factors they presented (such as

obesity or smoking); in this way, 83 individuals

vaccinationVaccination against certain diseases

is one the most effective tools in

preventive healthcare. From May to

August, the Petrex workers located in the

Ciudad Ojeda (Occidente) and Monagas

(Oriente) regions participated in the

vaccination campaign, which included

vaccinations against hepatitis, influenza

and tetanus toxoid, to which our

personnel are exposed. In the same way,

some communit ies in the areas

mentioned also participated in the

campaign.

In Monagas, vaccinations were given

to 78 workers at the PTX-5928, PTX-

5932, PTX-5810, PTX-5869 and PTX-5

rigs, as well as to the labor relations

personnel of the Temblador office. In the

same way, in Ciudad Ojeda (Occidente),

vaccinations were given to 172 workers

at the Petrex Base and to the residents of

Urbanización Libertad, close to the base.

Here we had the support of the

Urbanización Libertad Outpatients’

Medical Centre.

prevention programCiudad Ojeda and El Tigre (Venezuela)

campaign-Ciudad Ojeda andMonagas (Venezuela)

It is essential to eat well in order to

reduce the risk of contracting diseases,

including cardiovascular diseases. A

proper combination of proteins, fats,

carbohydrates and other nutrients will

enable our body to function correctly;

however, there are factors such as tradition

and lifestyle that lead us to adopt a diet

which fails to meet or exceeds our

requirements.

For this reason, at El Tigre (Venezuela),

the “Food for a Balanced Diet” workshop

was held. It was aimed at the wives and

family members of Petrex workers. The

objective of this workshop is for those

individuals responsible for the preparation

of food in the home to innovate in terms of

the meals they offer their families,

combining tastiness with proper nutrition.

During the month of June, 26 members

of Petrex workers families participated in

the workshop, which was organized by the

occupational health and sustainability

units, with the support of a local chef, who

led the activities.actividades.

nutritionSharing with the families of our

employees the values of the Company, such as Safety, has been one of the main objectives of the Sustainability Talent Program in the recent years.

Through the “LiHS for families” workshops, we have created a space to let them know what safety means for Petrex, what we do to guarantee the health and safety of our workers and, above all, how they (the families) can have a full family life while assuming prevention as a value and taking care of one another.

During the last four month period (May to August) the “LiHS for families” workshops were held in almost all of our offices:

LEADERSHIP�IN�HEALTH�&�SAFETY

LiHSfor

Venezuela and Perú families

In recent years, safety has been positioned as one of the most important values within Petrex and Saipem. Under the slogan “The safer the better”, we have all been making an effort to transform ourselves into a company in which operational efficiency goes hand-in-hand with the physical and mental well-being of our personnel.

Through the Sustainability Talent Program, we seek to pass on to our main stakeholders this commitment to protect the lives of individuals, and for that reason we have launched initiatives such as the “LiHS for families” workshops, or alliances with institutions such as the firemen.

prevention

development of a

culture of

Office

Ciudad Ojeda(Venezuela)

Maturin (Venezuela)

Iquitos (Peru)

Talara (Peru)

18 may22 june

20 june

9 june11 august25 august

11 august

Participants

10 families9 families

6 families

17 families16 families10 families

12 families

workshop-El Tigre (Venezuela)

educationactivitiessustainability talent program

It is essential to eat well in order to

reduce the risk of contracting diseases,

including cardiovascular diseases. A

proper combination of proteins, fats,

carbohydrates and other nutrients will

enable our body to function correctly;

however, there are factors such as tradition

and lifestyle that lead us to adopt a diet

which fails to meet or exceeds our

requirements.

For this reason, at El Tigre (Venezuela),

the “Food for a Balanced Diet” workshop

was held. It was aimed at the wives and

family members of Petrex workers. The

objective of this workshop is for those

individuals responsible for the preparation

of food in the home to innovate in terms of

the meals they offer their families,

combining tastiness with proper nutrition.

During the month of June, 26 members

of Petrex workers families participated in

the workshop, which was organized by the

occupational health and sustainability

units, with the support of a local chef, who

led the activities.actividades.

nutritionSharing with the families of our

employees the values of the Company, such as Safety, has been one of the main objectives of the Sustainability Talent Program in the recent years.

Through the “LiHS for families” workshops, we have created a space to let them know what safety means for Petrex, what we do to guarantee the health and safety of our workers and, above all, how they (the families) can have a full family life while assuming prevention as a value and taking care of one another.

During the last four month period (May to August) the “LiHS for families” workshops were held in almost all of our offices:

LEADERSHIP�IN�HEALTH�&�SAFETY

LiHSfor

Venezuela and Perú families

In recent years, safety has been positioned as one of the most important values within Petrex and Saipem. Under the slogan “The safer the better”, we have all been making an effort to transform ourselves into a company in which operational efficiency goes hand-in-hand with the physical and mental well-being of our personnel.

Through the Sustainability Talent Program, we seek to pass on to our main stakeholders this commitment to protect the lives of individuals, and for that reason we have launched initiatives such as the “LiHS for families” workshops, or alliances with institutions such as the firemen.

prevention

development of a

culture of

Office

Ciudad Ojeda(Venezuela)

Maturin (Venezuela)

Iquitos (Peru)

Talara (Peru)

18 may22 june

20 june

9 june11 august25 august

11 august

Participants

10 families9 families

6 families

17 families16 families10 families

12 families

workshop-El Tigre (Venezuela)

how isdeveloped aLiHSfor families

The workshops are divided into five phases1.The introduction: This is when the ice is broken. Through dynamics, the LiHS facilitators introduce the participants and free their outgoing natures, enabling them to interact throughout the workshop and take full advantage of the process.

2.How does my safety behavior impact in those around me? Through videos and photos, the participants identify unsafe actions and conditions in their daily lives and develop the concept of safety as every action oriented towards maintaining well-being. In this way, the participants associate the videos with what happens to them every day in the home, at school, in the street or at work.

3.What does safety mean at Petrex? The facilitators teach the participants how Petrex operations work, and about the risks to which those who work here are exposed, and the measures that are taken in order to work in a safe and healthy manner. The main element here is teaching the safety vision.

4.Why do people act in one way or another? In this phase, through the acting out of everyday situations in which the well-being of our families is put at risk, the participants learn about and develop the ABC Model (Antecedent, Behavior, Consequence) in order to identify that all behavior has a trigger (antecedent) and a consequence and that we can change the negative consequences by changing our behavior. After this moment, the husbands (Petrex workers) enter and join their families in order to analyze with them the factors that influence the attitudes and behavior of children at home and what behavior they can change in order to live more safely and enjoy greater family unity.

5.What link exists between family life and the culture of safety? The culture of safety is closely linked to family life, for when a member of the family suffers an accident or illness, the whole family is affected; therefore, the healthier and safer we are, and as long as we look after others, the happier our family life will be. In this stage we reflect with the family upon the importance of ensuring safety

in the home in order to provide the worker with the peace of mind he needs while engaged in his work, and emphasis is placed on the participation of the wife in the handling and resolution of family situations during the husband’s absence.

Finally, all the participating families undertake to practice safety as a way of life and means towards safeguarding harmony in the family. In each workshop there are always prizes and surprises for the participants.

workshop campaign-Ciudad Ojeda (Venezuela)

safetyawareness

The Safety Awareness Campaigns are aimed at employees and the objective is to strengthen their preventive attitudes during the performance of their tasks.Through presentations focused on safety issues, the aim is to improve work efficiency while at the same time reducing losses from occupational harm (injuries or work related illnesses), damage t o p r ope r t y o r t o t he environment.The campa ign emphas i zed the importance of preventive observation, a safe working attitude through which each individual decides to perform their tasks and communication as tools for minimizing the occurrence of events during operations.This activity was held on Wednesday August 22 at the Hotel América in C iudad O jeda . The r e we r e 19 participants in this first one-day event, which was headed by Dr. Alfonso Cruz, representative of the Operations Management of El Menito PDVSA.VSA.

how isdeveloped aLiHSfor families

The workshops are divided into five phases1.The introduction: This is when the ice is broken. Through dynamics, the LiHS facilitators introduce the participants and free their outgoing natures, enabling them to interact throughout the workshop and take full advantage of the process.

2.How does my safety behavior impact in those around me? Through videos and photos, the participants identify unsafe actions and conditions in their daily lives and develop the concept of safety as every action oriented towards maintaining well-being. In this way, the participants associate the videos with what happens to them every day in the home, at school, in the street or at work.

3.What does safety mean at Petrex? The facilitators teach the participants how Petrex operations work, and about the risks to which those who work here are exposed, and the measures that are taken in order to work in a safe and healthy manner. The main element here is teaching the safety vision.

4.Why do people act in one way or another? In this phase, through the acting out of everyday situations in which the well-being of our families is put at risk, the participants learn about and develop the ABC Model (Antecedent, Behavior, Consequence) in order to identify that all behavior has a trigger (antecedent) and a consequence and that we can change the negative consequences by changing our behavior. After this moment, the husbands (Petrex workers) enter and join their families in order to analyze with them the factors that influence the attitudes and behavior of children at home and what behavior they can change in order to live more safely and enjoy greater family unity.

5.What link exists between family life and the culture of safety? The culture of safety is closely linked to family life, for when a member of the family suffers an accident or illness, the whole family is affected; therefore, the healthier and safer we are, and as long as we look after others, the happier our family life will be. In this stage we reflect with the family upon the importance of ensuring safety

in the home in order to provide the worker with the peace of mind he needs while engaged in his work, and emphasis is placed on the participation of the wife in the handling and resolution of family situations during the husband’s absence.

Finally, all the participating families undertake to practice safety as a way of life and means towards safeguarding harmony in the family. In each workshop there are always prizes and surprises for the participants.

workshop campaign-Ciudad Ojeda (Venezuela)

safetyawareness

The Safety Awareness Campaigns are aimed at employees and the objective is to strengthen their preventive attitudes during the performance of their tasks.Through presentations focused on safety issues, the aim is to improve work efficiency while at the same time reducing losses from occupational harm (injuries or work related illnesses), damage t o p r ope r t y o r t o t he environment.The campa ign emphas i zed the importance of preventive observation, a safe working attitude through which each individual decides to perform their tasks and communication as tools for minimizing the occurrence of events during operations.This activity was held on Wednesday August 22 at the Hotel América in C iudad O jeda . The r e we r e 19 participants in this first one-day event, which was headed by Dr. Alfonso Cruz, representative of the Operations Management of El Menito PDVSA.VSA.

Firemen work continuously to educate the community in the prevention of domestic accidents. Very often, children are the protagonists in these events, because of their restlessness and curiosity. That is why Petrex and the XI Departmental Command of the Peruvian National Volunteer Firemen Service (Loreto) have been running since April the “Learning to be a Fireman” workshop.

In our previous newsletter, we reported on the first of these workshops, held in April. Between May and August the second and third editions of the workshops were held.

The second workshop was aimed at children between 8 and 11 years old and was held on Saturday May 19 and Saturday May 26. A total of 28 children participated in these events. In contrast with the first workshop, given that the participants were older, the material used was a little more complex: however, the dynamism of the activity was not lost.

A total of 30 children aged between 5 and 11 participated in the third workshop, held on Saturday August 18 and Saturday September 1. Given the greater age range of this workshop, the participants were divided into two groups: the younger children followed the techniques of the first workshop, while the older ones adhered to the methods of the second workshop.

The content of the workshops is based upon the Fire Preventions Education Program “My First Steps in Fire Prevention” by NFPA. This illustrates eight key types of behavior for fire prevention, of which two were focused upon: “Stay away from hot things that can cause harm” and “Practice the escape plan”. The workshop was run by members of the Loreto fire department.

One of the institutions which, like Petrex, work to promote a culture of safety among the general population is the national firemen service. In the city of Iquitos, we have been working hand-in-hand through a number of workshops aimed at Petrex families, with the aim of preventing accidents that can occur at home, and learning how to react if such situations do occur. On this occasion, the wives of our workers participated in the “Fire prevention in the home” workshop.

On Thursday August 16, the workshop was held from 3:00 pm to 6:30 pm in the Hotel Oro Verde and 31 wives participated. The content of the workshop was mainly focused upon the prevention of fires in the kitchen and electrical fires, which are the

learning to be a

Monagas (Venezuela)Iquitos (Perú)

fireman

fire preventionworkshop-Iquitos (Perú)

English and computer skills courses are a constant feature of our Sustainability Talent Program. On this occasion, 39 children between the ages of 9 and 15 participated in these courses, which were held at the Escuela Básica Cayetano Farías, in Punta de Mata (in the northern part of the state of Monagas).

The English course applied the technique of “role playing”, with the aim of developing the students’ English conversation skills. In addition, the presentation of freely-chosen themes was also important, in order to instill confidence in the children. These practical

We know that a quality education is the basis for the development of the

countries where we work, and in particular for the growth of those zones

where our operations are based. That is why we work with local institutions

in order to develop in children habits that they will be able to benefit from

throughout their lives, while strengthening their sense of regional and local

identity.

promoting

education and culture

english andcomputer skills

classes were reinforced with reading and writing exercises, listening exercises and grammar workshops.

The computer skills course was focused on the use of a PC and Windows software, the use of internet tools, and the producing of documents using Microsoft Office, such as cards, certificates, presentations, etc.

Together with the Sustainability Unit, the ICT and Human Resources units also participated in the organization of the course, providing support in the selection of the suppliers who offered the courses.

leading causes of domestic fires in the city.The workshop expounded upon the

measures that every individual can apply in the home in order to avoid the risk of fire, such as checking gas or kerosene connections in the kitchen, maintaining electrical wiring in good condition and storing flammable and toxic substances in a safe place. In addition, the importance was stressed of always keeping an eye on the stove when it is being used, and watching the children.

The participants also learned what to do if such an event occurs: each participant identified the best way to evacuate their home and they learned how to provide first aid in the case of burns or accidents involving electricity.

Firemen work continuously to educate the community in the prevention of domestic accidents. Very often, children are the protagonists in these events, because of their restlessness and curiosity. That is why Petrex and the XI Departmental Command of the Peruvian National Volunteer Firemen Service (Loreto) have been running since April the “Learning to be a Fireman” workshop.

In our previous newsletter, we reported on the first of these workshops, held in April. Between May and August the second and third editions of the workshops were held.

The second workshop was aimed at children between 8 and 11 years old and was held on Saturday May 19 and Saturday May 26. A total of 28 children participated in these events. In contrast with the first workshop, given that the participants were older, the material used was a little more complex: however, the dynamism of the activity was not lost.

A total of 30 children aged between 5 and 11 participated in the third workshop, held on Saturday August 18 and Saturday September 1. Given the greater age range of this workshop, the participants were divided into two groups: the younger children followed the techniques of the first workshop, while the older ones adhered to the methods of the second workshop.

The content of the workshops is based upon the Fire Preventions Education Program “My First Steps in Fire Prevention” by NFPA. This illustrates eight key types of behavior for fire prevention, of which two were focused upon: “Stay away from hot things that can cause harm” and “Practice the escape plan”. The workshop was run by members of the Loreto fire department.

One of the institutions which, like Petrex, work to promote a culture of safety among the general population is the national firemen service. In the city of Iquitos, we have been working hand-in-hand through a number of workshops aimed at Petrex families, with the aim of preventing accidents that can occur at home, and learning how to react if such situations do occur. On this occasion, the wives of our workers participated in the “Fire prevention in the home” workshop.

On Thursday August 16, the workshop was held from 3:00 pm to 6:30 pm in the Hotel Oro Verde and 31 wives participated. The content of the workshop was mainly focused upon the prevention of fires in the kitchen and electrical fires, which are the

learning to be a

Monagas (Venezuela)Iquitos (Perú)

fireman

fire preventionworkshop-Iquitos (Perú)

English and computer skills courses are a constant feature of our Sustainability Talent Program. On this occasion, 39 children between the ages of 9 and 15 participated in these courses, which were held at the Escuela Básica Cayetano Farías, in Punta de Mata (in the northern part of the state of Monagas).

The English course applied the technique of “role playing”, with the aim of developing the students’ English conversation skills. In addition, the presentation of freely-chosen themes was also important, in order to instill confidence in the children. These practical

We know that a quality education is the basis for the development of the

countries where we work, and in particular for the growth of those zones

where our operations are based. That is why we work with local institutions

in order to develop in children habits that they will be able to benefit from

throughout their lives, while strengthening their sense of regional and local

identity.

promoting

education and culture

english andcomputer skills

classes were reinforced with reading and writing exercises, listening exercises and grammar workshops.

The computer skills course was focused on the use of a PC and Windows software, the use of internet tools, and the producing of documents using Microsoft Office, such as cards, certificates, presentations, etc.

Together with the Sustainability Unit, the ICT and Human Resources units also participated in the organization of the course, providing support in the selection of the suppliers who offered the courses.

leading causes of domestic fires in the city.The workshop expounded upon the

measures that every individual can apply in the home in order to avoid the risk of fire, such as checking gas or kerosene connections in the kitchen, maintaining electrical wiring in good condition and storing flammable and toxic substances in a safe place. In addition, the importance was stressed of always keeping an eye on the stove when it is being used, and watching the children.

The participants also learned what to do if such an event occurs: each participant identified the best way to evacuate their home and they learned how to provide first aid in the case of burns or accidents involving electricity.

Reading comprehension is one of the most important skills that young students must develop. It is not enough to read; it is also necessary to understand what is being read, so that it can contribute to education. In late 2010, the Ministry of Education published the results of the PISA 2009 test, which showed that 65% of Peruvian schoolchildren aged 15 do not understand what they read. This, over their entire lives, means fewer opportunities for their personal development and that of their community.

This situation was also identified in the district of El Alto (Talara, Peru), where Petrex provides services, and after talks with the directors of local educational institutions, it was concluded that while a number of factors have led to this situation, one of the most significant is the limited availability of books appropriate to each age group, leading therefore to limited development of the reading habit.

In order to reverse this problem of low reading comprehension, through the Ministry of Culture the state has begun to imp l emen t an e f f e c t i v e t oo l f o r encouraging an appreciation of reading among the population: “Promolibro”. Petrex contacted this institution and, after it learned about the situation in El Alto, proposed the joint implementation of the Educational Establishments Reading

The PISA test (Program for International Student Assessment) is an

OECD (Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development)

initiative which carries out a standard assessment of reading

comprehension, mathematics and sciences among 15 year-old

students in different countries around the world, at the request of their

governments. The results obtained are being used more and more by

governments to evaluate educational quality and the impact of

different educational policies. .

in educational institutions-Talara (Peru)

fostering the

readinghabit

Program which, after coordination work carried out by Petrex, is now being introduced in El Alto.

Who are the partners in the reading encouragement project?

1. The El Alto educational institutions: IE 15515 El Alto, IE Julio C. Tello, IE 14905 Cabo Blanco (third grade primary school) and IE Félix Cipriano Coronel Zegarra (secondary school).

2. The Ministry of Culture.

3. Petrex

The ac t i v i t i e s began w i th the preparation of the reading modules by Petrex. Once these modules had been submitted to each educational institution, the Ministry of Culture approved the participation of the schools and prepared the books selected for each one, in accordance with the level (primary or secondary) of their students. Petrex assumed responsibility for transporting the books and delivering them to each school.

For their part, the schools created their own Reading Promoter teams, who on May 24 participated in training in techniques for encouraging reading through the use of puppets. Giannina Rondón, from the Ministry of Culture, was the instructor for this workshop, and Petrex took care of the organization of the event.

On Friday May 25, the students from the participating schools took part in a big parade through the streets of El Alto. Holding placards and marching to the band of the IE Félix Cipriano Coronel Zegarra School, they called upon the entire population of El Alto to get hold of a book and read, expressing in this way their enthusiasm for the initiative.

C u r r e n t l y , t h e s c h o o l s a r e implementing a program in accordance with the established plan, and around 1300 students now have access to new books appropriate for their age. Every day, the books are made available to the students during recess, and the Promoter responsible keeps a record of the reading activity of the participants. In addition, once a week the modules are taken to nearby plazas, where the general public can select a book to read individually.

Reading comprehension is one of the most important skills that young students must develop. It is not enough to read; it is also necessary to understand what is being read, so that it can contribute to education. In late 2010, the Ministry of Education published the results of the PISA 2009 test, which showed that 65% of Peruvian schoolchildren aged 15 do not understand what they read. This, over their entire lives, means fewer opportunities for their personal development and that of their community.

This situation was also identified in the district of El Alto (Talara, Peru), where Petrex provides services, and after talks with the directors of local educational institutions, it was concluded that while a number of factors have led to this situation, one of the most significant is the limited availability of books appropriate to each age group, leading therefore to limited development of the reading habit.

In order to reverse this problem of low reading comprehension, through the Ministry of Culture the state has begun to imp l emen t an e f f e c t i v e t oo l f o r encouraging an appreciation of reading among the population: “Promolibro”. Petrex contacted this institution and, after it learned about the situation in El Alto, proposed the joint implementation of the Educational Establishments Reading

The PISA test (Program for International Student Assessment) is an

OECD (Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development)

initiative which carries out a standard assessment of reading

comprehension, mathematics and sciences among 15 year-old

students in different countries around the world, at the request of their

governments. The results obtained are being used more and more by

governments to evaluate educational quality and the impact of

different educational policies. .

in educational institutions-Talara (Peru)

fostering the

readinghabit

Program which, after coordination work carried out by Petrex, is now being introduced in El Alto.

Who are the partners in the reading encouragement project?

1. The El Alto educational institutions: IE 15515 El Alto, IE Julio C. Tello, IE 14905 Cabo Blanco (third grade primary school) and IE Félix Cipriano Coronel Zegarra (secondary school).

2. The Ministry of Culture.

3. Petrex

The ac t i v i t i e s began w i th the preparation of the reading modules by Petrex. Once these modules had been submitted to each educational institution, the Ministry of Culture approved the participation of the schools and prepared the books selected for each one, in accordance with the level (primary or secondary) of their students. Petrex assumed responsibility for transporting the books and delivering them to each school.

For their part, the schools created their own Reading Promoter teams, who on May 24 participated in training in techniques for encouraging reading through the use of puppets. Giannina Rondón, from the Ministry of Culture, was the instructor for this workshop, and Petrex took care of the organization of the event.

On Friday May 25, the students from the participating schools took part in a big parade through the streets of El Alto. Holding placards and marching to the band of the IE Félix Cipriano Coronel Zegarra School, they called upon the entire population of El Alto to get hold of a book and read, expressing in this way their enthusiasm for the initiative.

C u r r e n t l y , t h e s c h o o l s a r e implementing a program in accordance with the established plan, and around 1300 students now have access to new books appropriate for their age. Every day, the books are made available to the students during recess, and the Promoter responsible keeps a record of the reading activity of the participants. In addition, once a week the modules are taken to nearby plazas, where the general public can select a book to read individually.

Facilitating children’s access to basic

knowledge is not enough to orient them

towards contributing to the development of

their communities. They must also be

permitted to learn about the culture of their

region and their country, so that in this way

they can strengthen their cultural identity

and value it more highly, thereby achieving

the objective of orienting their efforts towards

the progress of the community with which

they identify. This is the spirit underpinning

the initiatives designed to promote cultural

values.

In June and July the “Basic Cuatro

Workshop” was held, focused on the typical

Venezuelan folkloric instrument of that

name, in an alliance with the El Tigre

symphonic orchestra. As well as teaching

the children to play the cuatro, the workshop

also educated them in basic musical

language and enabled them to learn more

about the history of that instrument in

Venezuela. In the practical classes, a

number of Venezuelan rhythms were

explored, including joropo, vals, golpe,

orquídea and polo.

In El Tigre during June and July the

“Clay Modeling Workshop” was held, in

coordination with the Mujer de Barro [Clay

Woman] Foundation, in which students

learned pottery-making techniques, from the

preparation of the clay to firing and glazing.

The workshop concluded with an exhibition

of the pieces made by the children.

valuescultural

employment

training of

university studentsintroduction to

drilling

educationfor

Along with a basic education, education for employment is crucial in the development of a

population. In this regard, we share with the communities, and especially the children, what we

know best: our work. This enables them, if they wish, to orient the development of their skills

towards what is required for a career with Petrex.

Universities provide companies like

Petrex with the professionals that enable

them to develop their activities. For this

reason, we involve ourselves in their

training, in order to reinforce those

aspects that will be crucial should they

decide to develop their future career in our

sector.

On June 5 in Ciudad Ojeda, 35

students from different engineering

branches of Santiago Mariño Univesity

participated in these events prepared by

Petrex personnel. In addition, on August

14, 46 future engineers from the Santiago

Mariño University Polytechnic Institute

participated in similar events in Maturín.

On this occasion, the events covered

issues associated with drilling operations

and the maintenance of oil wells, the

components of drilling rigs, the Petrex

quality management system, ISO 9001

standard and the HSE management

system. All of this was achieved through

visits to the drilling rigs, where students

also learned about the basic industrial

safety measures in operations.

“Introduction to drilling” is a tool that Petrex implements in order to maintain a relationship of mutual benefit with the communities where our drilling rigs are located. These workshops enable the residents of these communities to familiarize themselves with basic knowledge regarding drilling rigs and the management tools that enable them to operate efficiently.

On June 20 and 21, the first of these workshops was held at the Casa de la Cultura in Tejero; the second workshop was held on August 15 and 16 at the Liceo Bolivariano in El Furrial. 82 residents participated, from the communities of Monte Verde, La Libertad, Centenario, El Aceital, Belén, Jerusalén, Sagrado Corazón de Jesús and Democracia; all of which are located in the state of Monagas.

The participants learned about the components and functioning of a drilling rig, as well as basic issues associated with Petrex operations: quality, safety, health, environmental care and sustainability.

This basic knowledge will enable them to perform efficiently and safely should they decide to take a temporary position working on one of the drilling rigs operating in their community.

Ciudad Ojeda and Maturín (Venezuela)Monagas (Venezuela)

Facilitating children’s access to basic

knowledge is not enough to orient them

towards contributing to the development of

their communities. They must also be

permitted to learn about the culture of their

region and their country, so that in this way

they can strengthen their cultural identity

and value it more highly, thereby achieving

the objective of orienting their efforts towards

the progress of the community with which

they identify. This is the spirit underpinning

the initiatives designed to promote cultural

values.

In June and July the “Basic Cuatro

Workshop” was held, focused on the typical

Venezuelan folkloric instrument of that

name, in an alliance with the El Tigre

symphonic orchestra. As well as teaching

the children to play the cuatro, the workshop

also educated them in basic musical

language and enabled them to learn more

about the history of that instrument in

Venezuela. In the practical classes, a

number of Venezuelan rhythms were

explored, including joropo, vals, golpe,

orquídea and polo.

In El Tigre during June and July the

“Clay Modeling Workshop” was held, in

coordination with the Mujer de Barro [Clay

Woman] Foundation, in which students

learned pottery-making techniques, from the

preparation of the clay to firing and glazing.

The workshop concluded with an exhibition

of the pieces made by the children.

valuescultural

employment

training of

university studentsintroduction to

drilling

educationfor

Along with a basic education, education for employment is crucial in the development of a

population. In this regard, we share with the communities, and especially the children, what we

know best: our work. This enables them, if they wish, to orient the development of their skills

towards what is required for a career with Petrex.

Universities provide companies like

Petrex with the professionals that enable

them to develop their activities. For this

reason, we involve ourselves in their

training, in order to reinforce those

aspects that will be crucial should they

decide to develop their future career in our

sector.

On June 5 in Ciudad Ojeda, 35

students from different engineering

branches of Santiago Mariño Univesity

participated in these events prepared by

Petrex personnel. In addition, on August

14, 46 future engineers from the Santiago

Mariño University Polytechnic Institute

participated in similar events in Maturín.

On this occasion, the events covered

issues associated with drilling operations

and the maintenance of oil wells, the

components of drilling rigs, the Petrex

quality management system, ISO 9001

standard and the HSE management

system. All of this was achieved through

visits to the drilling rigs, where students

also learned about the basic industrial

safety measures in operations.

“Introduction to drilling” is a tool that Petrex implements in order to maintain a relationship of mutual benefit with the communities where our drilling rigs are located. These workshops enable the residents of these communities to familiarize themselves with basic knowledge regarding drilling rigs and the management tools that enable them to operate efficiently.

On June 20 and 21, the first of these workshops was held at the Casa de la Cultura in Tejero; the second workshop was held on August 15 and 16 at the Liceo Bolivariano in El Furrial. 82 residents participated, from the communities of Monte Verde, La Libertad, Centenario, El Aceital, Belén, Jerusalén, Sagrado Corazón de Jesús and Democracia; all of which are located in the state of Monagas.

The participants learned about the components and functioning of a drilling rig, as well as basic issues associated with Petrex operations: quality, safety, health, environmental care and sustainability.

This basic knowledge will enable them to perform efficiently and safely should they decide to take a temporary position working on one of the drilling rigs operating in their community.

Ciudad Ojeda and Maturín (Venezuela)Monagas (Venezuela)

businessdevelopment

making course-Talara (Perú)

El Tigre (Venezuela)

yogurtConcern for improving income in the

home is not exclusive to our workers: the wives of many of the workers are constantly seeking ways of contributing to the family economy wi thout neg lect ing the i r responsibilities in the home. Conscious of their concerns, through the Sustainability Talent Program, Petrex organizes courses that provide them with the tools required for creating small home-based businesses, thereby giving them the chance to develop a second income.

In this context, from July 24 to August 3, the “Yogurt making course” was held in the city of Talara. The spouses of Petrex personnel from all the rigs and the base were invited to register for the course, which

One of the key elements in the Saipem Group’s efforts to

promote the development of the zones where it works is the

principle of Local Content in its operations. As well as the

local hiring of personnel and suppliers, under this principle

the company also seeks to promote the development of local

companies and the creation of new companies, so that the

wealth created in the zone can be distributed thanks to the

business initiative of the local population.

was taught by the Talara Senati institute. The course made it possible for the

participants to learn how to prepare different kinds of yogurt, the preparation techniques of which are easy to learn, while the investment required for marketing these products is minimal, enabling them to reach distinct sections of the public and generate a good profit. Also, they received a business management module, enabling them to properly manage their yogurt business.

A total of 40 women completed the course, including three teachers from the CEBE “Perpetuo Socorro”, who now pass on what they have learned as part of what they teach the students of that educational institution.

health, safety and environmentalliances with

suppliers

An efficient operation is the result of the

commitment of those of us who work for

Petrex, but it also depends on the quality and

promptness of the goods and services we

receive from our suppliers. This commitment

to the company on the part of our suppliers is

achieved over time and through mutual trust,

but also by sharing with them what it is that

the company expects, and how it is managed;

this enables them to adapt their goods and

services to the requirements of their customer,

transforming them into strategic partners.

Under this premise, at El Tigre

(Venezuela) the “Health, Safety and

Environment Alliances with Suppliers” events

were held, during which Petrex shared key

issues for the company with 35 suppliers. The

themes covered included: the quality

management system and ISO 9001 standard;

the HSE management system and the ISO

14001 and OHSAS 18001 standards; the

Sustainability Talent Program; and Petrex

supplier management.

Through this close collaboration with

suppliers, a joint approach to criteria and

efforts for the creation of an improved

business relationship were established,

thereby strengthening the culture of

prevention both within Petrex and among

suppliers.

socioeconomicdevelopmentactivitiessustainability talent program

businessdevelopment

making course-Talara (Perú)

El Tigre (Venezuela)

yogurtConcern for improving income in the

home is not exclusive to our workers: the wives of many of the workers are constantly seeking ways of contributing to the family economy wi thout neg lect ing the i r responsibilities in the home. Conscious of their concerns, through the Sustainability Talent Program, Petrex organizes courses that provide them with the tools required for creating small home-based businesses, thereby giving them the chance to develop a second income.

In this context, from July 24 to August 3, the “Yogurt making course” was held in the city of Talara. The spouses of Petrex personnel from all the rigs and the base were invited to register for the course, which

One of the key elements in the Saipem Group’s efforts to

promote the development of the zones where it works is the

principle of Local Content in its operations. As well as the

local hiring of personnel and suppliers, under this principle

the company also seeks to promote the development of local

companies and the creation of new companies, so that the

wealth created in the zone can be distributed thanks to the

business initiative of the local population.

was taught by the Talara Senati institute. The course made it possible for the

participants to learn how to prepare different kinds of yogurt, the preparation techniques of which are easy to learn, while the investment required for marketing these products is minimal, enabling them to reach distinct sections of the public and generate a good profit. Also, they received a business management module, enabling them to properly manage their yogurt business.

A total of 40 women completed the course, including three teachers from the CEBE “Perpetuo Socorro”, who now pass on what they have learned as part of what they teach the students of that educational institution.

health, safety and environmentalliances with

suppliers

An efficient operation is the result of the

commitment of those of us who work for

Petrex, but it also depends on the quality and

promptness of the goods and services we

receive from our suppliers. This commitment

to the company on the part of our suppliers is

achieved over time and through mutual trust,

but also by sharing with them what it is that

the company expects, and how it is managed;

this enables them to adapt their goods and

services to the requirements of their customer,

transforming them into strategic partners.

Under this premise, at El Tigre

(Venezuela) the “Health, Safety and

Environment Alliances with Suppliers” events

were held, during which Petrex shared key

issues for the company with 35 suppliers. The

themes covered included: the quality

management system and ISO 9001 standard;

the HSE management system and the ISO

14001 and OHSAS 18001 standards; the

Sustainability Talent Program; and Petrex

supplier management.

Through this close collaboration with

suppliers, a joint approach to criteria and

efforts for the creation of an improved

business relationship were established,

thereby strengthening the culture of

prevention both within Petrex and among

suppliers.

socioeconomicdevelopmentactivitiessustainability talent program

environmentaleducation

The commitment to the environment assumed by Petrex also implies the informing of the company’s interest groups regarding such concerns. In this way, by working together we can make an impact on the issue of care for our planet. On this occasion, the environmental education campaigns were aimed at the workers on a number of drilling rigs, and their

Used batteries are a very common form of hazardous waste, not only at Petrex operations but also in our homes; however, given that they are objects which are in daily use, very often we do not dispose of them correctly.

The PTX-12 rig (Peru) implemented an initiative with the aim of ensuring the correct disposal of this type of waste. It installed red boxes around the camp, with signs saying ‘BATTERIES ONLY’. This initiative has made it possible for all personnel working at that location to identify easily the bins and, in this way, dispose correctly of this hazardous waste product.

Why are used batteries harmful?In their component parts, batteries contain heavy metals and chemical products that are highly toxic to living things, such as mercury, lead and cadmium. When the metal casing is damaged, the chemical substances are released and can contaminate the ground and bodies of water, making it very likely they will enter the food chain and, in this way, poison living things, including humans.

disposal of batteries at

PTX-12 (Peru) Rig

As part of our envi ronmental management system, the management of waste from operations is one of the key ways in which we minimize the impact of our activity on the environment. However, it is also important to remember that all our activities (personal, recreational, in the office, etc.) generate waste, and although this may not be on the scale of Petrex operations, taken together they can have a significant impact on the ecosystem.

For this reason, we carry out programs for the reduction, reuse and recycling of waste, in which our workers learn and apply their knowledge and creativity in order to minimize their ecological footprint and that of their work.

In the case of Venezuela, talks were given at the PTX-5920, PTX-5940 and PTX-5954 drilling rigs; also, talks were presented at the Ciudad Ojeda Base on two occasions, reaching 93 workers.

In these talks, emphasis was placed on reduction of the use of plastic cups for drinks, given that these can take up to 1000 years to biodegrade in the environment. Glasses, ceramic cups or other reusable containers can replace these.

Another of the waste materials the Venezuela operation is seeking to reduce is paper, given that in the manufacturing of this product considerable resources are used. To achieve this, the workers are asked to use both sides of the paper in their printouts.

At the Talara base, the Environmental Unit has been working since the beginning of

reduce, reuse and recycle:examples of

3R at petrex the year on recycling the different types of waste which are produced: empty oil drums, plastic jerry cans, used tires, wood and paper. The empty oil drums have been adapted

for a number of uses: containers for draining oil filters, containers for contaminated earth and storage vessels for sand to be used in case of fire.During the painting of rigs, plastic jerry

cans are used to hold substances for dissolving paint. Once they are empty, they are given a new use; they are cleaned, cut and painted, so that they can be used to organize tools and small items in the warehouse.Old tires are cut and painted, so that now

they are used to mark out the parking spaces at the base.The wood from the packaging of

machinery and parts for our equipment is plentiful. We use this wood for making a number of useful objects, such as signposts, furniture, boxes for recycled paper and packaging for components that will be sent out of the base.

These are just some examples of applications of the three Rs. We invite all our workers to take part in these initiatives. We are equally committed to the environment in our operations and our offices. Contact the individual in charge of Environmental or Sustainability issues at your place of work; your contribution can become a best practice and contribute in this way to caring for our resources.

families.Two one-day environmental education

events were held. The first event was in Monagas, at the Hacienda Sarrapial, on June 6, to mark World Environment Day. This first one-day event was based around the documentary “An Inconvenient Truth”, produced by the former vice-president of the

United States, Al Gore, in which he presents the many changes that are occurring in the world as a result of environmental contamination, and which are having a growing effect on life on Earth. Afterwards, the participants took part in a debate about the documentary and exercises were used to enhance the learning experience.

The second one-day event was held at Morichal, on August 25, and was focused upon “Raising Awareness Regarding the Handling of Waste”. During this event, members of the “19 de Abril de la Cruz de la Paloma” community and the Morichal Boy Scouts group were brought together. The participants learned about waste management: its handling and classification; the three “Rs” (reduce, reuse and recycle). They also identified some everyday activities with the potential to pollute and which we can change, such as excess use of automobiles. The methodology employed was based upon the collecting of waste, which was then properly identified and classified. This process was reinforced through talks and debates focused on the issue.

These one-day events, together with the complementary talks received by workers at the Maturín Base and the drilling rigs in northern Monagas, reached 630 participating individuals..

campaigns-Ciudad Ojeda and Maturín (Venezuela)

Ciudad Ojeda (Venezuela) and Talara (Perú)

environmentactivitiessustainability talent program

environmentaleducation

The commitment to the environment assumed by Petrex also implies the informing of the company’s interest groups regarding such concerns. In this way, by working together we can make an impact on the issue of care for our planet. On this occasion, the environmental education campaigns were aimed at the workers on a number of drilling rigs, and their

Used batteries are a very common form of hazardous waste, not only at Petrex operations but also in our homes; however, given that they are objects which are in daily use, very often we do not dispose of them correctly.

The PTX-12 rig (Peru) implemented an initiative with the aim of ensuring the correct disposal of this type of waste. It installed red boxes around the camp, with signs saying ‘BATTERIES ONLY’. This initiative has made it possible for all personnel working at that location to identify easily the bins and, in this way, dispose correctly of this hazardous waste product.

Why are used batteries harmful?In their component parts, batteries contain heavy metals and chemical products that are highly toxic to living things, such as mercury, lead and cadmium. When the metal casing is damaged, the chemical substances are released and can contaminate the ground and bodies of water, making it very likely they will enter the food chain and, in this way, poison living things, including humans.

disposal of batteries at

PTX-12 (Peru) Rig

As part of our envi ronmental management system, the management of waste from operations is one of the key ways in which we minimize the impact of our activity on the environment. However, it is also important to remember that all our activities (personal, recreational, in the office, etc.) generate waste, and although this may not be on the scale of Petrex operations, taken together they can have a significant impact on the ecosystem.

For this reason, we carry out programs for the reduction, reuse and recycling of waste, in which our workers learn and apply their knowledge and creativity in order to minimize their ecological footprint and that of their work.

In the case of Venezuela, talks were given at the PTX-5920, PTX-5940 and PTX-5954 drilling rigs; also, talks were presented at the Ciudad Ojeda Base on two occasions, reaching 93 workers.

In these talks, emphasis was placed on reduction of the use of plastic cups for drinks, given that these can take up to 1000 years to biodegrade in the environment. Glasses, ceramic cups or other reusable containers can replace these.

Another of the waste materials the Venezuela operation is seeking to reduce is paper, given that in the manufacturing of this product considerable resources are used. To achieve this, the workers are asked to use both sides of the paper in their printouts.

At the Talara base, the Environmental Unit has been working since the beginning of

reduce, reuse and recycle:examples of

3R at petrex the year on recycling the different types of waste which are produced: empty oil drums, plastic jerry cans, used tires, wood and paper. The empty oil drums have been adapted

for a number of uses: containers for draining oil filters, containers for contaminated earth and storage vessels for sand to be used in case of fire.During the painting of rigs, plastic jerry

cans are used to hold substances for dissolving paint. Once they are empty, they are given a new use; they are cleaned, cut and painted, so that they can be used to organize tools and small items in the warehouse.Old tires are cut and painted, so that now

they are used to mark out the parking spaces at the base.The wood from the packaging of

machinery and parts for our equipment is plentiful. We use this wood for making a number of useful objects, such as signposts, furniture, boxes for recycled paper and packaging for components that will be sent out of the base.

These are just some examples of applications of the three Rs. We invite all our workers to take part in these initiatives. We are equally committed to the environment in our operations and our offices. Contact the individual in charge of Environmental or Sustainability issues at your place of work; your contribution can become a best practice and contribute in this way to caring for our resources.

families.Two one-day environmental education

events were held. The first event was in Monagas, at the Hacienda Sarrapial, on June 6, to mark World Environment Day. This first one-day event was based around the documentary “An Inconvenient Truth”, produced by the former vice-president of the

United States, Al Gore, in which he presents the many changes that are occurring in the world as a result of environmental contamination, and which are having a growing effect on life on Earth. Afterwards, the participants took part in a debate about the documentary and exercises were used to enhance the learning experience.

The second one-day event was held at Morichal, on August 25, and was focused upon “Raising Awareness Regarding the Handling of Waste”. During this event, members of the “19 de Abril de la Cruz de la Paloma” community and the Morichal Boy Scouts group were brought together. The participants learned about waste management: its handling and classification; the three “Rs” (reduce, reuse and recycle). They also identified some everyday activities with the potential to pollute and which we can change, such as excess use of automobiles. The methodology employed was based upon the collecting of waste, which was then properly identified and classified. This process was reinforced through talks and debates focused on the issue.

These one-day events, together with the complementary talks received by workers at the Maturín Base and the drilling rigs in northern Monagas, reached 630 participating individuals..

campaigns-Ciudad Ojeda and Maturín (Venezuela)

Ciudad Ojeda (Venezuela) and Talara (Perú)

solidsAt the Casa de la Cultura in Tejero (Monagas), the “Solids Control Equipment Workshop” was held, with the aim of providing residents of “Pablo Morillo del Tejero” with the skills needed to enable them, in the future, to perform well should they choose to enter the oil industry as workers. Solids control equipment is a machine that makes it possible to clean and contain the drilling fluid before it is injected into the well. The workshop was held on May 23 and 24, in coordination with the “Pablo Morillo” Communal Council. The Council participated in the selection of the participants, who

On Tuesday June 5, at Playa Lobitos (in the district of the same name in the province of Talara) the personnel of the PTX -26 rig carried out a campaign for collecting waste, which emerged from an initiative launched by the workers themselves. In addition to improving the landscape and hygiene of the beach close to their operations, the campaign also had the objective of raising environmental awareness among those individuals participating and the rest of the neighboring population. The one-day clean up campaign began with a talk about environmental care and, in particular, about the proper management of waste. Afterwards, the Petrex personnel and personnel from other companies that work in

industrial safety and occupational hygiene technical campaigns-Maturín (Venezuela)On July 3 and 4, PDVSA Servicios (a subsidiary of our client Petróleos de Venezuela, S.A.) organized the “First Industrial Safety and Occupational Hygiene Technical Campaigns”, in which more than 20 companies from the Venezuelan oil sector participated, with the aim of sharing their best practices in the field of industrial safety, health and occupational hygiene. These technical campaigns allowed to to promote continuous improvement in the performance of the Venezuelan oil sector, not only in terms of increased production, but also in terms of increased safety in the workplace.Petrex, as a leader in drilling and well

maintenance, participated by expounding upon the two elements that differentiate its business management: the “Sustainability Talent Program” (led by the engineer Jessica Zerpa, the Sustainability Coordinator) and the “Safety Program based on LiHS Behavior” (led by the engineer Rogel Márquez, the Industrial Safety Coordinator).The event was held at the Hotel Venetur (Maturín, Monagas state) and enabled Petrex to share its safety vision and speak of its constant effort to remain a socially responsible company, strengthening its reputation with our customers and other companies within the Venezuelan oil sector.

safetyrecognition

numbered 15. The activity lasted 16 hours and was presented by Servicios Secca, a company specializing in training related to different industrial issues.The content of the workshop began by describing the basic characteristics of the solids control equipment used in the drilling and sealing of wells, their main types, assessment parameters, handling and control, along with the conditions for use and techniques determining their employment. In addition, preventive and corrective measures for the use of the equipment were touched upon, along with applicable safety measures.

the area formed themselves into work groups that were stationed along the 450 meter long beach in order to collect waste. At the end of the day, around 270 kg of waste had been collected, of which 90 kg was organic material, while the rest was constituted of other types of waste. The beaches of the district of Lobitos, 18 km from Talara, are considered among the best in Peru for surfing and windsurfing, because of the characteristics of their waves, which can reach heights of up to three meters. This characteristic of the local seas means the district has great potential as a tourist destination so, in order to conserve the area, it is essential to keep the beaches clean.

cleanupcampaign at Lobitos-Talara (Perú)

workshop-Monagas (Venezuela)control equipment

Country and location

Venezuela

Colombia

PTX-5823, PTX-11, PTX-5955,

PTX-5920, PTX-4, PTX-5936,

PTX-5814

PTX-5810, PTX-5, PTX-5869,

PTX-5837, PTX-5802

PTX-5930

PTX-5825

Base Teniente López

PTX-5829, PTX-22

PTX-5933

Days without accidents

180 days

360 days

1200 days

365 days

700 days

365 days

720 days

management tools sustainability talent program

solidsAt the Casa de la Cultura in Tejero (Monagas), the “Solids Control Equipment Workshop” was held, with the aim of providing residents of “Pablo Morillo del Tejero” with the skills needed to enable them, in the future, to perform well should they choose to enter the oil industry as workers. Solids control equipment is a machine that makes it possible to clean and contain the drilling fluid before it is injected into the well. The workshop was held on May 23 and 24, in coordination with the “Pablo Morillo” Communal Council. The Council participated in the selection of the participants, who

On Tuesday June 5, at Playa Lobitos (in the district of the same name in the province of Talara) the personnel of the PTX -26 rig carried out a campaign for collecting waste, which emerged from an initiative launched by the workers themselves. In addition to improving the landscape and hygiene of the beach close to their operations, the campaign also had the objective of raising environmental awareness among those individuals participating and the rest of the neighboring population. The one-day clean up campaign began with a talk about environmental care and, in particular, about the proper management of waste. Afterwards, the Petrex personnel and personnel from other companies that work in

industrial safety and occupational hygiene technical campaigns-Maturín (Venezuela)On July 3 and 4, PDVSA Servicios (a subsidiary of our client Petróleos de Venezuela, S.A.) organized the “First Industrial Safety and Occupational Hygiene Technical Campaigns”, in which more than 20 companies from the Venezuelan oil sector participated, with the aim of sharing their best practices in the field of industrial safety, health and occupational hygiene. These technical campaigns allowed to to promote continuous improvement in the performance of the Venezuelan oil sector, not only in terms of increased production, but also in terms of increased safety in the workplace.Petrex, as a leader in drilling and well

maintenance, participated by expounding upon the two elements that differentiate its business management: the “Sustainability Talent Program” (led by the engineer Jessica Zerpa, the Sustainability Coordinator) and the “Safety Program based on LiHS Behavior” (led by the engineer Rogel Márquez, the Industrial Safety Coordinator).The event was held at the Hotel Venetur (Maturín, Monagas state) and enabled Petrex to share its safety vision and speak of its constant effort to remain a socially responsible company, strengthening its reputation with our customers and other companies within the Venezuelan oil sector.

safetyrecognition

numbered 15. The activity lasted 16 hours and was presented by Servicios Secca, a company specializing in training related to different industrial issues.The content of the workshop began by describing the basic characteristics of the solids control equipment used in the drilling and sealing of wells, their main types, assessment parameters, handling and control, along with the conditions for use and techniques determining their employment. In addition, preventive and corrective measures for the use of the equipment were touched upon, along with applicable safety measures.

the area formed themselves into work groups that were stationed along the 450 meter long beach in order to collect waste. At the end of the day, around 270 kg of waste had been collected, of which 90 kg was organic material, while the rest was constituted of other types of waste. The beaches of the district of Lobitos, 18 km from Talara, are considered among the best in Peru for surfing and windsurfing, because of the characteristics of their waves, which can reach heights of up to three meters. This characteristic of the local seas means the district has great potential as a tourist destination so, in order to conserve the area, it is essential to keep the beaches clean.

cleanupcampaign at Lobitos-Talara (Perú)

workshop-Monagas (Venezuela)control equipment

Country and location

Venezuela

Colombia

PTX-5823, PTX-11, PTX-5955,

PTX-5920, PTX-4, PTX-5936,

PTX-5814

PTX-5810, PTX-5, PTX-5869,

PTX-5837, PTX-5802

PTX-5930

PTX-5825

Base Teniente López

PTX-5829, PTX-22

PTX-5933

Days without accidents

180 days

360 days

1200 days

365 days

700 days

365 days

720 days

management tools sustainability talent program

When did you join Petrex and what was your first position?I joined Petrex on March 5 1993 as an Assistant General Mechanic at the Teniente López Base (Block 1AB).

How has your development with the company been?My development with the company was progressive because I set for myself the goal of rising within the company and in that way reaching the position I now find myself occupying: Maintenance Supervisor.

What do you believe were the key personal factors you took advantage of in order to reach the position you currently occupy?Passion for my profession, my desire to get ahead, willingness to learn and contribute every day so that the department I work in and the company I belong to improve constantly and are safer.

What were the contributions of Petrex and the individuals who helped you to get where you are today?The continuous training the company gave me made it possible for me to continue to give my best in my work in terms of Quality, Responsibility and Safety. Also, I was able to meet a group of individuals who allowed me to learn from their experiences and knowledge through a cascade training philosophy that helped me to develop as a professional.

After all these years, can you tell us some anecdote or event in which your experience and knowledge were determinant? When there was a break in the pulley on a workover rig, it was necessary to disassemble

all the pulley systems in order to identify the root causes, until it was decided that the passage of the cables through the pulley system of the block was incorrect. I proceeded to change the pulley with a new one and then the cable was passed through correctly, enabling operations to continue normally.

What is your opinion of Petrex? What do you believe its strengths are, and in what ways do you think it could improve?In my opinion Petrex is a company which throughout its almost 30 years of operations in Peru, principally at Lot 1AB and Lot 8 and Talara, has become a leader in the drilling and well maintenance sectors; and now it is expanding into Latin America. This has been achieved thanks to its main strength: the commitment of its workers, supervisors and managers, who work as a team and with passion in order to meet the objectives that have been set out.

What impact have the culture of safety and the LiHS course had on your work?When I joined Petrex I believed that the work I did was safe, but once I had received the LiHS course, that changed significantly my way of thinking and acting. It gave me a more proactive focus on safety, not only applying it in my place of work, but also in my home, enabling me in this way to consolidate each day my commitment to all the workers I supervise, so that they always work thinking

about the safest way to perform their tasks and do not limit safety to a procedure or form, but instead make it a way of life.

Can you tell us about some intervention in which you put into practice what you had learned in the LiHS workshop? That was when I intervened in repair work to the rotary table: they weren’t using a proper scaffold for the task or fall protection equipment. Immediately, I stopped the work they were doing and pointed out to them the risks they were exposing themselves to, as well as the terrible consequences that could result. Finally, I collaborated in the preparing of the tools for doing the job in a safe and efficient manner.

How does your family feel about your work? What do they think of Petrex? My family feels very proud and grateful for the opportunity Petrex has given me to assume the challenges of greater responsibility and commitment. That is why they happily participate in a proactive manner in the sessions that Petrex organizes; for example the LiHS workshop for families held in Iquitos, in which we participated this year.

In what way do you transmit the culture of safety in your home?First I teach them that they must always have an extinguisher in the home, maintained in good condition in order to respond in the event

Teniente López BaseMaintenance Supervisor - Block 1AB

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“…Petrex has become a leader in the drilling

and well maintenance sectors. This has been

achieved thanks to its main strength: the

commitment of its workers, supervisors and

managers, who work as a team and with

passion in order to meet the objectives that

have been set out.”

of any danger that might present itself. We also always talk about first aid issues, and recently we have been checking the condition of our electrical installations. I always try to encourage in them an awareness of safety.

What message would you give to young people joining the company?I would like to say to them that they should understand that working with Petrex is an opportunity for growth and broadening our horizons in terms of development; and we must always bear in mind that safety at work is a way of life and a value that will enable us to grow as professionals.

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