Apollo Tyres Ltd. has been honored with the prestigious ‘Sword of Honour’ from the British Safety Council, recognizing its outstanding efforts in managing health and safety risks at the workplace.
The company’s Andhra Pradesh plant earned the ‘Sword of Honour’ after achieving Five Star ratings in the British Safety Council’s health and safety management audit scheme. This qualification covers the period from August 1, 2023, to July 31, 2024. The award reflects Apollo Tyres’ commitment to excellence in health and safety management, demonstrated across all levels of the organization, from the shopfloor to the boardroom.
Yoichi Sato, Chief Quality and Safety Officer, Apollo Tyres Ltd said, “The Sword of Honour award is a significant achievement for us, recognising our efforts to make health and safety an integral part of how we operate. It acknowledges Apollo Tyres’ health and safety mission of achieving wellbeing with always healthy and absolute safety. Congratulations to everyone at the Andhra Pradesh plant for this well-deserved recognition. We look forward to advancing our efforts and ensuring the safety and well-being of our employees and stakeholders while raising the bar for excellence in workplace safety at all other manufacturing locations. This achievement furthers Apollo Safe Way 2.0’s cause of enhancing society and customers’ trust towards the organisation.”
Peter McGettrick, Chairman, British Safety Council, said, “On behalf of the board of trustees and staff of the British Safety Council I would like to congratulate Apollo Tyres Ltd on achieving the highest standards of its health and safety management. These awards recognise the commitment, dedication and absolute professionalism undertaken. We are proud to support your organisation in its achievement and delighted we can contribute to your ongoing success.”
Mike Robinson, Chief Executive, British Safety Council, said “I would like to congratulate Apollo Tyres and its staff on this award, in tribute to their commitment to keeping their workplace safe and healthy. All of the Sword, Globe and Shield award winning organisations share a commitment and resolve to achieve the uppermost standards of health and safety. We thank Apollo Tyres for contributing to achieving our vision that no one should be injured or made ill through their work.”
