Comprehensive Safety and Environmental Audit at a Thermal Power Plant 

Published on 13 August, 2025

Comprehensive Safety and Environmental Audit at a Thermal Power Plant

A large thermal power generation facility in Rajasthan sought to enhance its safety, health, and environmental compliance through an external audit. The plant, located near a major railway junction, is a key contributor to the regional energy supply. The management commissioned CORE-EHS,  conduct a thorough safety and environmental audit in line with national standards and industry best practices.

Challenges

The project presented a range of critical challenges:

• The facility operated a high-capacity coal-fired power plant, involving numerous occupational and environmental hazards.
• Ensuring alignment with the latest regulatory norms and technical standards across various departments required intensive coordination.
• Legacy systems and outdated procedures at the site posed difficulties in establishing effective OHS compliance.
• Implementation of strict environmental and energy compliance policies, such as plastic-free operations and energy conservation measures, required sensitive and actionable insights.
• Maintaining zero disruption in plant operations while conducting audits across physical, chemical, fire safety, and electrical domains.

Solution We Provided and How

CORE-EHS deployed a team of experienced auditors to carry out a structured safety and environmental audit. The scope of the audit included:

• Identification of gaps in the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) management system.
• Evaluation of current control measures for managing physical, chemical, electrical, and fire-related hazards.
• Assessment of the plant’s environmental operational controls and energy management practices.
• Examination of industrial hygiene and occupational health standards.
• Audit execution in compliance with IS 14489:1998 and guidelines from the National Institute of Occupational Health (NIOH).

The audit methodology was customized to incorporate statutory compliance with acts and rules such as the Factories Act, Electricity Act, Petroleum Act, Water Act, and Air Act, among others. The team submitted a comprehensive draft and final report with visual evidence, compliance checklists, and prioritized recommendations.

Resulting Benefits of the Solution

• Strengthened the plant’s adherence to national safety and environmental legislation.
• Enabled identification and rectification of critical operational risks.
• Supported management in streamlining OHS procedures across departments.
• Reinforced a safety-first culture through mandated use of personal protective equipment and structured induction training.
• Facilitated long-term sustainability by promoting energy-efficient practices and environmental responsibility.
• Helped prepare the site for future statutory inspections and internal assessments.

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