Schedule

09:00 - 10:00

REGISTRATION & WELCOME COFFEE

10:00 - 10:05

WELCOME NOTE BY THE CONFERENCE PRODUCER

10:05 - 10:15

OPENING NOTE BY THE CHAIRPERSON

10:15-10:35

UAE’S ROADMAP TO NET ZERO 2050 – THE ROLE OF HSE IN GREEN TRANSITIONS

  • Integrating green building certifications (LEED, Estidama) into HSE strategies
  • Reducing carbon footprint in construction, manufacturing, and energy
  • The role of circular economy principles in HSE innovation

10:35-10:55

BEAT THE HEAT- SAFEGUARDING WORKERS IN EXTREME ENVIRONMENTS

  • Understanding UAE’s summer work ban regulations
  • Implementing proactive hydration and heat-stress prevention strategies
  • Innovative solutions for heat mitigation in high-risk industries

10:55-11:40

PANEL DISCUSSION | FIRE SAFETY REGULATIONS IN HIGH-RISE BUILDINGS – LESSONS FROM RECENT INCIDENTS

  • Best practices for fire-resistant materials and suppression systems
  • Regulatory updates in Dubai and Abu Dhabi for high-rise construction safety
  • Improving evacuation plans and emergency response readiness

11:40-12:00

NANOTECH-ENHANCED PAINT FOR FIRE AND SAFETY PROTECTION

  • How nanotech coatings are improving fire resistance in high-rise buildings
  • Applications in the oil & gas, utilities, and construction sectors
  • Case studies from UAE’s latest developments

12:00 - 12:10

INNOVATION SESSION

12:00 - 12:20

INNOVATION SESSION

12:20-12:50

NETWORKING & PRAYER BREAK

12:50 - 13:35

PANEL DISCUSSION | STRATEGIES FOR CLIMATE CHANGE RESILIENCE IN INDUSTRIAL SAFETY

  • Assessing climate risks in UAE’s industrial and energy sectors
  • Emergency response plans for extreme weather events
  • Transitioning to Net Zero 2050 and sustainability-focused safety measures

13:35 - 13:55

ADVANCING HSE EXCELLENCE THROUGH DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

  • How AI, IoT, and automation are revolutionizing health and safety practices
  • Case studies on AI-driven hazard detection and predictive risk management
  • The future of digital twin technology in safety planning

13:55 - 14:15

THE AI REVOLUTION IN HSE – FROM REACTIVE TO PROACTIVE SAFETY

  • Harnessing AI-powered analytics to predict and prevent workplace hazards
  • Transforming incident response with real-time data and automation
  • How digital transformation is reshaping HSE compliance and risk management

14:15-14:45

FIRESIDE CHAT | BUILDING A SAFER FUTURE – ADVANCED SAFETY STANDARDS IN UAE MEGA PROJECTS

  • Implementation of advanced safety measures in Etihad Rail, ADNOC expansions, and Dubai Urban Master Plan
  • Enhancing workforce safety in high-risk infrastructure and energy projects
  • Smart PPE and digital tracking for incident prevention

14:45-15:05

Powering HSE with GRC - Achieving Excellence and Mitigating Risk

  • How effective GRC structures can ensure regulatory compliance in the UAE’s evolving HSE landscape
  • Best practices in integrating GRC into organizational culture for sustainable operations
  • Using data and technology to enhance GRC effectiveness in HSE management

15:05-16:05

NETWORKING LUNCHEON

16:05-16:15

CLOSING REMARKS & END OF DAY ONE

09:15-10:15

REGISTRATION & WELCOME COFFEE

10:15-10:25

WELCOME NOTE BY THE CHAIRPERSON

10:25-10:45

FROM CHAOS TO CONTROL – MASTERING EMERGENCY RESPONSE IN HIGH-STAKE ENVIRONMENTS

  • Crisis management planning and rapid emergency response training
  • Best practices for minimizing downtime after incidents
  • Technology-enabled response systems for faster decision-making

10:45-11:30

PANEL DISCUSSION | MIND OVER MATTER – REDEFINING MENTAL HEALTH IN HIGH-RISK INDUSTRIES

  • Understanding the unique mental health challenges faced by workers in high-stress, high-risk environments
  • Strategies to normalize conversations about mental health in traditionally “tough” industries
  • Encouraging workplace culture shifts toward psychological safety

11:30-11:50

STRENGTHENING SAFETY PROTOCOLS WITH EXTRA-LOW VOLTAGE (ELV) SYSTEMS

  • The role of ELV in preventing electrical hazards and ensuring workplace safety
  • Leveraging smart security and access control for high-risk environments
  • Enhancing fire detection and emergency response with integrated ELV solutions

11:50-12:20

NETWORKING & PRAYER BREAK

12:20-12:40

OPTIMIZING SAFETY & EFFICIENCY WITH BUILDING MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS (BMS)

  • Enhancing workplace safety through real-time monitoring and automation
  • Integrating AI and IoT to improve energy efficiency and predictive maintenance
  • Reducing risks and ensuring compliance with smart building analytics

12:40-13:00

TRANSFORMING WORKSPACES WITH CUTTING-EDGE AUDIOVISUAL (AV) SOLUTIONS

  • The impact of immersive AV technology on training and safety awareness
  • Enhancing crisis communication with real-time audiovisual alerts
  • Reducing human error through virtual simulations and digital collaboration

13:00-13:45

PANEL DISCUSSION | HANDLING THE HEAT – SAFE STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION OF INDUSTRIAL MATERIALS

  • mproving HSE regulations for hazardous material storage & transport
  • Case studies on safe LNG & LPG handling in the UAE
  • Ensuring compliance with UAE’s environmental and safety laws

13:45-14:05

USING WORKPLACE SAFETY & AIR QUALITY WITH SMART HVAC SYSTEMS

  • Implementing smart HVAC technologies to improve indoor air quality and reduce airborne contaminants.
  • Energy-efficient ventilation strategies to minimize carbon footprint while ensuring worker comfort.
  • The role of predictive maintenance in preventing HVAC system failures and reducing safety risks.

14:05-14:25

BUILDING A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE - INTEGRATING ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP INTO HEALTH, SAFETY, AND OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE

  • Integrating sustainable practices into HSE strategies to reduce environmental impact.
  • Promoting resource efficiency and waste reduction across industries.
  • Ensuring long-term resilience by fostering a culture of environmental responsibility in the workplace

14:25-14:45

INTELLIGENT LIGHTING SOLUTIONS FOR SAFETY & EFFICIENCY

  • Adaptive lighting systems to enhance visibility and reduce workplace accidents.
  • Implementing energy-efficient LED and sensor-based lighting to lower operational costs.
  • The impact of human-centric lighting on worker productivity and well-being.

14:45-15:05

ADOPTING ICT FOR ADVANCED FACILITY MANAGEMENT & HAZARD PREVENTION

  • How IoT and AI-driven analytics are optimizing building safety and predictive maintenance.
  • Smart monitoring and automation for enhanced security, fire detection, and emergency response.
  • Digital twin technology for real-time risk assessment and infrastructure resilience.

15:05-15:15

CLOSING REMARKS & END OF DAY TWO

15:15-16:15

NETWORKING LUNCHEON