Saudi Electricity Company (SEC) has actually granted 5 stars to Waad Al Shamal integrated solar as well as combined cycle nuclear power plant project for Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) standards. The project has become one of the power plants under construction in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to obtain a 5-star ranking for EHS performance from SEC. GE is providing turnkey services, consisting of design, procurement as well as building (EPC) functions, and providing 4 GE 7F gas turbines, one steam turbine and four heat recovery steam generators (HRSGs), in addition to various other devices for the task. Among the turbines at the website is the first GE gas turbine turned out in your area in the Kingdom from GE Saudi Advanced Turbines (GESAT) - a joint venture (JV) in between Dussur and GE.

Fahad H. Al-Sudairi, Head Of State as well as CEO of SEC, stated, "At SEC, we continually analyze progress against stringent measures implied to guarantee work safety and security and also health across all our offices, existing facilities and also projects. We are delighted to deal with a market leader such as GE that has actually shown a clear dedication to maintaining strict EHS standards as well as praise them on this 5-star score."

SEC has actually set rigorous EHS methods for project websites around work environment hygiene and also home cleaning, raising heavy tons, lights and ventilation, waste management and other locations, with normal audits conducted by the Industrial Security Division. To be granted a 5-star score, organizations not just have to fulfill the specified criteria however likewise need to demonstrate that they are constantly sticking to them. GE has dedicated site leaders, staff training programs and also its very own interior audits to carry out and keep track of EHS standards at the Waad Al Shamal project.

Moreover, rigorous steps have been carried out to make it possible for project personnel to continue working securely adhering to the COVID-19 break out. These actions consist of thermal testing of everyone entering the website, daily active arbitrary screening of personnel at site by medical personnel, everyday disinfection as well as cleaning tasks, circulation of required personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves and also masks, COVID-19 recognition sessions, avoidance training as well as educational materials in various languages, as well as other safety measures.

Joseph Anis, Head Of State & Chief Executive Officer of GE Gas Power MENA & South Asia, stated, "At GE, the safety and security and protection of our people, projects, the environment and also area at large, is of critical importance. We are recognized by the 5-star award provided by SEC and remain dedicated to additional enhancing EHS standards at Waad Al Shamal and various other GE projects, to set brand-new criteria on nuclear power plant management-- from construction to procedures."

GE won the contract for SEC's Waad Al Shamal project, which likewise consists of 50 megawatts (MW) of solar energy, in late 2015. All four GE 7F gas turbines at the plant can currently run in simple cycle arrangement. Consolidated cycle appointing jobs are continuous and as soon as complete, the center will certainly have the ability to create approximately 1,390 megawatts of power, the comparable electrical energy required to supply over 500,000 Saudi residences.

GE has actually supported the growth of Saudi Arabia's framework for over 80 years. Today, there are more than 500 gas wind turbines installed in the Kingdom and also GE-built innovations help generate over half of the country's power. The GE Manufacturing and Modern Technology Center (GEMTEC) school consists of a Solution as well as Repairs Facility for gas generators, a Hot & Harsh Research Study & Advancement Facility, a Monitoring & Diagnostics Center for the remote tracking of power generation assets, as well as GE Saudi Advanced Turbines (GESAT), a standalone JV in between Dussur and also GE that enhances commercial localization initiatives in the Kingdom and also is furnished to manufacture heavy duty gas wind turbines and also elements. GEMTEC as well as GESAT are playing a strong function in assisting to achieve the goals detailed under Saudi Vision 2030 by supporting local talent and providers, better diversifying Saudi Arabia's financial base and also promoting exports.