ESG Report 2023

82 To enhance the awareness of fire safety among employees, the Group actively conducts fire safety education and organises fire emergency drills to equip every employee with basic firefighting skills. The Group has also strengthened employee safety training and increased inspection efforts to eliminate fire safety hazards in a timely manner. 9.5.3 Fire Safety Management Fire Safety Operations Fire Safety Training In response to the requirements of the Zhuhai Municipal Government, the United Laboratories' Sanzao Fire Emergency Rescue Brigade conducted fire safety training for employees within its jurisdiction. The training was delivered by professional firefighters who provided explanations, analyzed safety cases, and aimed to cultivate a sense of safety awareness and the proper use of firefighting equipment. A video training session was conducted specifically addressing recent fire incidents, emphasizing the importance of safety. After the training, the company intensified its promotional efforts, establishing a collective sense of safety responsibility and mobilizing everyone to prioritize summer fire prevention and control. This specialized training and safety meetings have enhanced the fire safety awareness and emergency evacuation and self-rescue capabilities of all workshop personnel, providing strong support for the fire safety development of the company. Fire Safety Drills To enhance employees' emergency response speed and handling capabilities in dealing with accidents in confined spaces, the Inner Mongolia Company's Workshop 107 organized an emergency response drill for accidents in confined spaces. A total of 43 workshop section managers and workers participated in the drill. Before the start of the drill, the organizers provided detailed explanations of each step and detail, from reporting the emergency incident, entry of rescue personnel, on-site inspection, rescue of the injured, to site recovery. This drill simulated an accident where a disinfection section employee collapsed due to asphyxiation while performing a cleaning inspection inside a fermentation tank. After the accident occurred, all participants followed the instructions provided in the drill program and scene design to conduct a simulated practical drill. This drill, tailored to the characteristics of confined space operations, focused on practical scenarios such as recognizing hazards, reporting quickly, activating contingency plans, and rescuing personnel. It further consolidated the effectiveness of simulated drills for confined space operations. The participants acquired the correct operating methods for confined space operations, enhanced their safety awareness, and improved their self-protection and self-rescue skills, thereby safeguarding production safety. The Group has always prioritized the health and safety of its employees. In addition to the aforementioned safety measures and practices, various initiatives such as employee health examinations and informative training sessions have been arranged. We recognize the crucial role of mental well-being in employee happiness and work performance. Therefore, The United Laboratories also places great emphasis on the psychological health of its employees. The Group is committed to providing comprehensive support and resources to ensure that each employee can enjoy a healthy, balanced, and fulfilling state in both work and life. 9.5.4 Caring for the Physical and Mental Health of Employees Environmental, Social and Governance Report 2023 The United Laboratories International Holdings Limited