Why Compliance is important?
Compliance is a term that has been growing in the corporate world. And compliance is an essential part of our daily work for a company like Belga Marine, which is committed to the highest standards of safety, integrity, and respect for the environment.
Compliance refers to the set of norms, policies, and procedures that aim to ensure that a company acts in accordance with the laws, regulations, and ethical standards applicable to its sector of operation.
The offshore industry presents unique challenges and specific regulatory demands due to the complex operating environment in which we operate.
By adopting compliance practices, we ensure that our operations are conducted ethically and transparently, avoiding legal problems, and preserving our reputation in the market. In addition, compliance contributes to the prevention of fraud, the promotion of equality and diversity, the protection of personal data, and the safety of work environments.
How is Compliance implemented in Belga Marine?
Our approach is based on the following pillars:
Commitment to Ethics: Our employees are guided to act with integrity, honesty, and respect in all their interactions, following a clear and transparent code of conduct.
Policies and Procedures: We have established clear and documented processes and procedures, aligned with internationally recognized regulations and best practices. This allows us to operate efficiently and safely while ensuring compliance at every step of our work.
Training and Awareness: We invest in regular training for our employees to ensure that they are aware of the legal and ethical obligations relevant to their work and can identify possible situations of non-compliance.
Monitoring and Auditing: We conduct periodic internal audits to assess compliance with established policies and procedures and identify areas for improvement. We carry out a rigorous analysis of the risks involved in our offshore operations and implement appropriate measures to mitigate them. This includes identifying potential threats, implementing appropriate controls, and conducting regular audits to monitor the effectiveness of these measures.
Due Diligence: In the offshore environment, hiring suppliers, partners, and intermediary agents is common. In this regard, it is important to carry out rigorous due diligence to assess the integrity and compliance of these third parties. This includes reviewing your reputation, compliance history, and ethical practices.
Reporting Channel: We provide a secure and confidential channel for employees and other interested parties to report suspected irregularities or violations of conduct.
By adopting compliance as a fundamental principle, we can map and understand the legal and regulatory obligations applicable to your business, in addition to establishing policies and procedures to ensure compliance with these requirements. This involves implementing internal controls, regular audits, and taking corrective action where necessary.
To sum up, we have obtained ISO 9001 certification which provides a solid structure for the implementation of an effective quality management system. In this way, we establish clear processes, define responsibilities, monitor, and evaluate performance, in addition to continuously seeking improvements. Through ISO 9001 certification, we demonstrate our commitment to quality, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement.
If you have any questions about our compliance program or would like more information, please do not hesitate to contact us at service@belgamarine.com.br.