At DECO Group, our commitment to health, safety, and excellence has once again been validated with a landmark achievement — 6 Million Safe Man Hours without a single Lost-Time Incident (LTI) at the Hassyan 180 MIGD SWRO IWP Project in Dubai. This accomplishment underscores our relentless pursuit of zero-harm operations, the integrity of our leadership’s HSE vision, and the discipline of every team member on site.
About the Hassyan SWRO IWP
The Hassyan 180 MIGD (Million Imperial Gallons per Day) Sea Water Reverse Osmosis Independent Water Project stands among the UAE’s flagship water infrastructure initiatives. Designed to produce 180 million imperial gallons of desalinated water daily, it directly addresses escalating regional demand for reliable, sustainable water supplies. Located on Dubai’s coastline, Hassyan IWP helps secure water resources for both urban populations and critical industries across the emirates.
DECO Group’s scope encompasses the complete Electrical, Instrumentation, and Control package. From system design and cable routing to final commissioning, our engineers and technicians have maintained rigorous quality controls and adhered to stringent environmental guidelines throughout every phase.
Our Role: Engineering with Precision
- Detailed electrical load studies and network simulations to optimize energy efficiency
- Custom instrumentation calibration protocols ensuring accurate process monitoring
- Redundant control architectures for uninterrupted SWRO operations
- Proactive cable integrity testing and thermal imaging surveys
By integrating advanced engineering methodologies and real-time data analytics, DECO Group elevated performance margins while minimizing downtime risks. Our digital documentation process also reduced paperwork by 40%, reinforcing both accountability and traceability.
Commitment to Safety: Foundations of 6 Million Hours
Reaching 6 million Safe Man Hours Hassyan is a testament to our embedded HSE culture. Key contributors included:
- Daily toolbox talks highlighting site-specific risks and reinforcement of near-miss reporting
- Specialized emergency response drills simulating confined-space rescue and marine evacuation
- Regular third-party safety audits, ensuring continuous improvement against ISO 45001 standards
- Cross-functional HSE steering committees bridging management directives with field insights
These initiatives fostered an environment where each individual felt empowered to pause work for potential hazards, leading to a 25% uptick in near-miss reports and proactive hazard mitigation.
Environmental and Community Impact
Beyond safety, our operations upheld DECO Group’s ethos of environmental stewardship:
- Zero discharge of untreated wastewater through advanced containment strategies
- Marine biodiversity monitoring program in partnership with a local conservation NGO
- Use of low-VOC paints, coatings, and engineered dust suppression techniques
- Community engagement workshops educating nearby residents about water conservation
By coupling technical excellence with environmental care, we ensured the Hassyan plant not only meets today’s demands but also safeguards coastal ecosystems for future generations.
Recognition and Gratitude
This milestone would not have been possible without:
- Engr. Raza Bahadur, HSE Manager, for instilling a “safety first” mindset across all levels
- Site supervisors and safety officers, whose vigilance and encouragement kept everyone aligned
- Field engineers and craftspersons, whose unwavering discipline turned protocols into habits
- DECO Group leadership, whose clarity of purpose provided the resources and support needed
We extend our deepest gratitude to every contributor. Your dedication has cemented our reputation for safe, reliable, and sustainable project delivery.
Looking Ahead
As we celebrate 6 Million Safe Man Hours Hassyan, DECO Group remains steadfast in our vision:
- Deliver every project with zero harm and uncompromised quality
- Leverage digital transformation to further enhance safety and efficiency
- Deepen community partnerships and amplify environmental programs
- Expand SWRO expertise to meet growing global water security challenges
Congratulations to our entire DECO family. Together, we build safely, sustainably, and with unwavering excellence.
