Rui Martins, General Supervisor of Mechanical Maintenance at Biotek

How long have you been with Altri? Since 7 May 2001, so nearly 24 years. What does your daily routine at the company involve? In terms of mechanical maintenance, the day starts with the Kaizen meeting, where we assess the situations that require daily analysis and follow-up. I also manage various ongoing processes, such as […]

How long have you been with Altri?

Since 7 May 2001, so nearly 24 years.

What does your daily routine at the company involve?

In terms of mechanical maintenance, the day starts with the Kaizen meeting, where we assess the situations that require daily analysis and follow-up. I also manage various ongoing processes, such as shutdowns, planning, repairs, and more.

What does it mean to you to have been highlighted as an example of safety within your company?

It means recognition and added responsibility, as I will continue striving to minimise potentially unsafe situations that could lead to incidents.

What challenges do you face in promoting safety in the workplace, and how do you overcome them?

The challenges are constant, as hazards and, consequently, risks are always present. It is essential to carry out a risk assessment – brief in some cases, more thorough in others – to anticipate what might happen in any given task or action, regardless of its nature. If we can avoid near misses, we will certainly reduce the likelihood of actual incidents.

What measure would you prioritise to achieve Zero Accidents?

We must continue working on technical aspects, but above all, we must address ehavioural aspects. It’s a continuous and never-ending effort…