HEALTH & SAFETY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM HANDBOOK: Health & Safety Management System for Minigrid Operations in Nigeria

This handbook establishes a comprehensive corporate-level Health and Safety (H&S) management framework tailored for minigrid projects in Nigeria. It guides developers and contractors through the design, construction, operation, and maintenance phases of minigrids to ensure “zero harm”. The document details the legal and regulatory landscape, specifically referencing the NEMSA Act (2015), the NERC Minigrid Regulations (2023), and the Factories Act, outlining necessary permits and penalties for non-compliance.

It provides a structured approach to H&S governance, including a responsibility matrix and specific Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for project implementation, risk management, and incident reporting. Furthermore, the handbook emphasizes continuous improvement through monitoring, audits, and a safety culture maturity framework.