NatSteel has reorganised itself so as to achievegreater heights of excellence as one uni�ed organisation.

Within this new organisation, a Corporate Centre has been formedto deliver synergistic bene�ts through collaboration.

But what are the roles and responsibilities ofeach function in the Corporate Centre?

Find out in Page 2 and 3.

Mar 2011

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MICA (P) No. 171/07/2010

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Q2: How do you think the Corporate Centre can add value to each country’s operations?

TMN: Corporate Safety aims to bring all business units to the same level of understanding of safety and develop a strong safety culture across the Group. We will also make use of the IT systems to support all future safety initiatives.

Our goal is to enable NatSteel to be as good as the rest of the Tata Steel Group in terms of safety.

EPT: TQM will lead the culture of continuous improvement across the Group using a standard framework which is customised to each business unit. We will provide a platform for cross-country learning of best practices from within and outside the Group.

Q3: What are the key activities or projects coming up?

TMN: Going forward, Corporate Safety will do a safety dipstick survey. A Senior Management Meeting for the group will also be initiated to set Key Performance Indicator and LTIF targets. After which, Corporate Safety will follow up with action plans to achieve those targets.

From now until April, Corporate Safety will be conducting preliminary discussions and audits for NSV and NSX. To jump start the process, we will train �ve to seven STOP champions per company. After reviewing the structure for the Group, we will set up the SEMS system in NSAU/BB, NSX and NSV.

Senior management will also draw up plans for the next three years with inputs and support from the various country managers.

EPT: TQM has scheduled a list of events. Coming up in June, NatSteel Singapore will participate in the TBEM external assessment. There will also be a JN Tata internal assessment for NSV, NSAU/BB and NSX in Q4 2011. To prepare and equip our employees for the improvement initiatives, we will organise a series of TBEM training and KM Introductory courses in Q2 and H2 of FY2012 respectively. nsh

Q1: What is the role and purpose of your business function in the Corporate Centre?

TMN: Corporate Safety works to bring the best practices from the Tata Group and other external bodies such as WorldSteel and DuPont to NatSteel.

Within the NatSteel Group, we will also share our knowledge and experience in Singapore – such as standards and practices for safety processes and results – with NatSteel Australia (NSAU) / Best Bar (BB), NatSteelVina (NSV) and NatSteel Xiamen (NSX).

Exemplary safety standards will be established for the entire NatSteel Group.

EPT: Corporate TQM’s role is to cultivate a structured improvement culture throughout the NatSteel Group. The Tata Business Excellence Model (TBEM) and Knowledge Management (KM) will be two of the tools used for the continuous improvement process.

Starting with Singapore, the Project Management O�ce (PMO) under TQM will also improve the prioritisation and implementation of action plans for the various initiatives and strategies.

N atSteel has reorganised itself so as to achieve greater heights of excellence as one uni�ed organisation. Within this new organisation, a Corporate Centre has been formed to deliver synergistic bene�ts through

collaboration. But what are the roles and responsibilities of each function in the Corporate Centre? Nancy Ng, HRD (Project lead for C3) speaks to various heads to �nd out more.

In the �rst part of this series, Tan Mong Nguang (TMN), Head of Corporate Safety and Eng Poh Tzan (EPT), Head of Corporate Total Quality Management (TQM), share with us the role and purpose of their functions in the Corporate Centre, as well as their upcoming plans.

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Eng Poh Tzan – Head of Corporate TQM Tan Mong Nguang – Head of Corporate Safety

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Rewards & Recognition: February and March recipientsTCoC: Gifts & Donations

Learning Fiesta: Empower yourself with skills!

NSV commits to the TCoCNSAU a�ected by �oods and cyclone

Who says geeks can’t have fun?Strengthening our partnership with SPDContinuing our support for SPDStart the year with a big heartTossing for luck and fortuneThe Urban Challenge!Cycling our hearts out!

Fight against Dermatitis!Water management for a sustainable future

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Chong Soo Hian (right)ISVC, SingaporeCategory: Taking Initiative

In the process of renovating the Click Room, Chong Soo Hian gave ideas on how the power sources on the �oor should be arranged, based on the types of training that would be conducted. Additionally, he gave advice on the IT equipment that would be most suitable for NatSteel’s future training requirements.

Edward TeyCAGING, SingaporeCategories: Superior Performance &

Taking Initiative

As the secretary of the Incident Investigation sub-committee, Edward has shown his proactiveness and dedication by helping others in the committee and ensuring that all initiatives run by the committee are running smoothly. In particular, he co-organised the Incident Investigation training for about 550 trainers and trainees last November, and also dedicated his time and e�ort to the IT SEMS user testing last October. nsh

Let us join hands to congratulate the following colleagues who have exempli�ed superior performance, took initiative, or helped improve operations.

Soh Yip Seng (right)GSD, SingaporeCategory: Taking Initiative

Soh Yip Seng o�ered ideas for the installation of energy-saving light bulbs during the Click Room renovation. He rendered his help readily and clari�ed any enquiry that had arisen. When the initial solution proposed was deemed infeasible, he also came up with alternatives to accommodate to speci�c requests. In addition, he o�ered to install and con�gure the room’s sound system although it was not within his scope of work.

If you would like to recommend any colleague for the Rewards & Recognition programme, please submit your nomination to Theresa Lim, HRD right away. We would love to share your stories with others!

Employerof Choice

By Nancy Ng, HRD

Rewards & Recognition: February and March recipients

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TCoC: Gifts & DonationsBy Terence Ng, PROC

3These gifts can be any items of value, beyond a stipulated limit. Examples include a ticket to a sporting event, an entertainment event or a play (where the company is not involved or a sponsor), a non-business meal, a bottle of liquor, a free service, a special discount, or an all-expenses-paid trip, which is not connected to o�cial business, to a conference or trade show.

4Even if these gifts and donations are given and o�ered indirectly through our families, close relatives or friends, people or organisations with whom we have business, personal or political relations, they should not be accepted.

5Business favours include employing people or retaining their services at the company’s expense. All company transactions should be handled objectively and be in the company’s best interests.

However, there are instances where employees may, with full disclosure, accept and o�er nominal gifts, provided such gifts are customarily given and are of a commemorative nature. nsh

The ClauseNSH and I will not receive1 or o�er2 any gifts3 / donations either directly or indirectly4 in order to grant or obtain

business favours5.

What does the clause mean?1There are instances where contractors, vendors, consultants, suppliers or business contacts who seek to do business with NatSteel, would o�er gifts or donations to us, which can be intended or perceived to obtain uncompetitive favours for the conduct of business. We should not receive or accept such donations and gifts.

2Similarly, we also should not o�er gifts or donations to our stakeholders, particularly customers, government o�cials and regulators.

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Learning Fiesta: Empower yourself with skills!

In line with Singapore’s drive to increase productivity, a Learning Fiesta themed “Productivity – through People Management and Work Processes” was held from 14 to 25 Feb 11 to further strengthen NatSteel’s capabilities in productivity.

E�ective Learning Need AnalysisThe class learned to use various data collection tools to collect data for accurate learning need analysis. They also found out how to use di�erent techniques to further analyse individuals’ and departments’ learning needs and align them to the organisation’s needs and goals.

Human Resource Management – A Line Manager/Supervisor’s PerspectiveManaging manpower well is crucial for managers and supervisors to be e�ective leaders. Participants at the workshop picked up essential tools and concepts such as interviewing techniques for recruitment and selection and performance management framework through role plays and discussions.

How to be an Outstanding SupervisorParticipants picked up skills that will enable them to become outstanding supervisors, such as e�ective team communication and teamwork facilitation, through a series of activities. In one such activity, participants had the opportunity to apply their new-learnt skills by constructing a tower using the least amount of materials in teams.

WSQ Apply Continuous Process ImprovementNot only did the class learned evaluation methods and improvement implementation techniques, they also learned to identify improvement opportunities by applying the continuous improvement process concepts through brainstorming and developing improvement goals for the organisation.

WSQ Apply Quality SystemThe class learned about the importance of quality systems and how they can incorporate and apply these systems in their daily work. nsh

The workshops provided opportunities for employees to empower themselves with skills and helped them enhance their existing competencies and skills. Merywn Tan, HRD shares the highlights.

Project Management for Project ManagersThrough intensive discussions and exercises, participants learned to better de�ne and plan projects while nimbly anticipating and responding to issues during implementation. The class put their new-learnt project management skills to the test with an interesting car model building exercise.

NSV commits to the TCoC

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By Nguyen Tu Lan, NSV

NSV GD, Chin Kong Tad (right) handingover the signed TCoC pledge to Chuah Yak Ngi,demonstrating the company’s commitmenttowards the TCoC

NSV managers signing on the TCoC Pledge, pledging their support to the code

The Tata Code of Conduct (TCoC) was o�cially launched in NatSteelVina (NSV)on 28 Mar 11, in the presence of Group Ethics Counsellor, Chuah Yak Ngi.

To ensure that everyone understood the TCoC fully, Hoang Duc Thien, Chief Accountant and a member of the NSV Board of Directors gave a presentation on the Tata Values and the 25 clauses under the TCoC. This was followed by Chuah Yak Ngi who spoke about Management of Business Ethics and the journey ahead.

Managers then signed on the TCoC on behalf of their departments, pledging their commitment to uphold the TCoC as a guide on the values, ethics and business principles expected of them in their personal and professional conduct. Similar pledges will also be taken at the departmental level for all sta�. The General Director, Chin Kong Tad ended the launch with a rea�rmation of the company’s commitment and reiteration of the importance of TCoC.

The launch was attended by NSV’s Board of Directors and managers. nshTCoC brie�ng in the factory for workers

Queensland was hit by a series of natural disasters earlier this year. Fortunately, the impact to NatSteel Australia (NSAU) was minimal, although operations

were a�ected. Glenis Viegas, NSAU, shares the details.

Queensland FloodsSigni�cant �ooding occurred in many areas of Queensland during Dec 10 and Jan 11, with three quarters of the state declared a disaster zone. It was Brisbane’s worst �ooding in more than 100 years.The Brisbane site was shut for a few days. Although the site itself was safe from the �oods, its surrounding suburbs were inundated by water, which isolated the site. We also had water into the Rocklea Yard, which is the storage facility for our stock from the wharf, and damage was done to the hard drawn wire stocks. However, the Sunshine Coast branch managed to remain open for most of the week.

Whilst the �oods were devastating, recovery work is underway and Queenslanders were able to take comfort in the thousands of volunteers who were willing to roll up their sleeves and help in what has been a marathon clean-up.

Our thoughts go out to those most impacted by these �oods. However, we are grateful that in the case of most of our employees, the damage was minimal.

Cyclone YasiCyclone Yasi was the most powerful cyclone to hit Queensland in recent years. Crossing the Northern Queensland coast around Townsville on 2 Feb midnight and moving inland, it caused signi�cant damage to areas in its path.

Initial reports from our Service Centre in Townsville suggested that they had escaped most of the storm. However, the Service Centre did endure some damage, with roller doors / frames being pulled out of the wall, the gate ripped out and ventilation fans on the roof blown o�. Repairs have since been completed.

Of great concern was the risk of �ood, as our site is not far from the Bohle River where river levels were expected to increase. Although the power and telephone lines were down, we managed to keep regular contact with our employees and got con�rmation that everyone was safe and that their homes were secure.

Eventually, we were back in action on 7 Feb 11 after power was restored to the site.

Devastation in Townsville

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NSAU a�ected by �oods and cyclone

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Certainly not the sta� from InfoTech Services (IS). For their recent retreat to Batam Island, everyone participated actively in a slew of fun-�lled activities designed by some of the department’s sta�. The aim of

these activities was to build and improve teamwork, communication and cohesiveness among sta� in the department.

With the new �nancial year coming up, Dr Loye Tuan Hon, Senior Vice President, ISOL, took the opportunity to present NatSteel’s FY 12 directions and initiatives. The upcoming plans for IS were also shared and discussed.

Tok Choon Huay, Senior Vice President, ISOL, also presented the department’s engagement survey results and focused on action plans for closing the gaps. During the “IT Huddle”, groups were formed to discuss and generate ideas to improve on people engagement in IS.

Special thanks to the HR facilitators, Merywn Tan and Theresa Lim; guest-of-honour, Tan Man Ee, Senior Vice President, SCM, who is the former head of IS, and all IS sta� for making the retreat a fruitful and memorable one! nsh

Who says geeks can’t have fun?By Chua Hock Sing, ISOL

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Dr Loye presentingNatSteel and IS’

FY 12 plans

Healthy discussionsamong IS sta�

The cultural sharing sessionenabled the departmentsta� to understand and appreciate one another

better.

Team building activities

highlighted the need for

collaboration and e�ective

communication.

Games were designedto encourage sta�to get out of theircomfort zone andbe creative.

The IS Team!

ESH quiz results no. 07/2010

Congratulations to the 50 lucky winners! A $10 NatCafe voucher awaits you!The winners’ list will be put up on the Intranet and ESHD will notify you either through email or your supervisor to collect your prize.

1. Name (any) two causes of hazards associated with oxy-fuel gas equipment:a. Presence of �ammable substances at the work area b. Unsafe use of lighted gas torchc. Gas leaks from hoses, valves and other equipmentd. Flashbackse. The unsafe handling of oxygen

2. Name (any) two safe operating procedures when using oxy-fuel gas equipment:a. Visually examine all equipment and �ttings before useb. Check hoses for cuts, cracks and other defects

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c. Wear the necessary personal protective equipmentd. Check that there is no �ammable substances nearbye. Purge the hoses individually before lighting the gas torchf. Use only �int guns or spark lighters to light the gas torchg. Lay out hoses properly to prevent them from coming into contact with

heat sources h. Secure all gas cylinders to prevent them from being knocked down and

keep them at a safe distance from heat sourcesi. Ensure �re-�ghting equipment are readily available for immediate use j. Shut o� gas valves at cylinders and disconnect hoses from supply valves

when operation ceases

S ince 2007, NatSteel has been supporting the SPD as part of our Building Beyond Borders corporate social responsibility programme. This strong partnership is set to continue with a further donation of $120,000 to

SPD, which will be used to fund the NatSteel-SPD Bursary Awards for the next two years.

On behalf of NatSteel, Mr Vivek Kamra, President & CEO, presented the cheque of $120,000 to SPD during the 'live' SPD Charity Show on 13 Mar 11.

Continuing our support for SPD

Mr Vivek Kamra, handing thecheque of $120,000 to SPD's

Honorary Treasurer,Mr Soh Chee Keong, in thepresence of Senior Minister

Goh Chok Tong

Besides NatSteel’s monetary contribution, our volunteers also helped out in a variety of ways, from pushing wheelchairs to twisting balloons, penning calligraphy and manning game stalls.

Said one of the volunteers, Jean V Carles, ISOL:”It was a ful�lling experience to contribute and be involved. When I was at the lobby to welcome the award recipients, I could see the happy faces of the children when they saw so many people present to support them. The children were so proud of what they have accomplished and eager to share what they have done.”

Our greatest appreciation to all our NatSteel volunteers who have made the event a success! nsh

The Society of the Physically Disabled (SPD) is a familiar name to many of us in NatSteel. But do you know how our adopted charity helps its clients? What kind of programmes

do they o�er and what are the facilities they have?

The SPD Education Programme Award Presentation Ceremony held on 28 Jan 11 at the SPD Ability Centre was an eye-opener for the 34 NatSteel management and sta� who volunteered at the event. Through a tour of the facilities and interaction with SPD’s sta� and bene�ciaries, our NatSteel volunteers gained a better understanding of SPD’s work and how our support to SPD has bene�tted the society.

This year was the third time we sponsored the NatSteel-SPD Bursary Awards. At the event, President & CEO Vivek Kamra gave a speech, following which COO Joseph Yong presented some $90,000 in bursary awards to 129 students with physical disabilities or disabled parents.

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By Sharon Aw, HRD-Corp Comms

Strengthening our partnership with SPD

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Koon Beng Kin (centre), SMDand Henry Ng (right), COMinteracting with children

through games

Chit Nyi Nyi Hlyne (in picture), ISVC,and many of the other volunteers

specially learned balloontwisting for this event.

Kudos to them for makingthe e�ort!

Our calligraphy expert,Koh Lok Lan, MBM,has helping to pen

calligraphy at the eventfor the past few years.

Our volunteersdistributing food during

refreshment time

Mr Joseph Yong (extreme right)presenting the bursary awards onbehalf of NatSteel, together withGuest-of-Honour Mr Koo Tsai Kee

(extreme left), Minister of Statefor Defence and Member of

Parliament for Tanjong Pagar GRC

Mr Vivek Kamra sharinga personal anecdote on

how helping people withdisabilities is a cause

close to his heart

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One of the most meaningful ways of starting the new year would be by sharing joy with the less privileged in society.

Some 25 NatSteel volunteers celebrated the Lunar New Year with the residents of the St Joseph’s Home (SJH) on 9 Feb 11. The residents thoroughly enjoyed themselves – there were dance and song performances by the NatSteel volunteers, as well as group games with attractive prizes that they were able to participate in. Each SJH resident was also given a goodie bag consisting of mandarin oranges, bottled chicken essence and an ang pao.

“I am glad to be part of the team who brings happiness to the SJH residents. It is heartening that a small e�ort on our part can bring smiles to the others,” said Lee Ek Ngo, PROC. nsh

Start the year with a big heart!By Sharon Aw, HRD-Corp Comms

Je�rey Ng, CAGING, taking

his turn at the drawing board

for one of the games in which

the residents have to guess

the Lunar New Year item

that we are drawing. Despite

our not-so-fantastic drawing

skills, the SJH residents are

able to guess correctly.

The ladies from Finance

kick-started the

programme with an

energetic line-dancing

performance!CorporateCitizenship

After the performances,

we help the residents with

their dinner and use this

opportunity to interact

with them.

NatSteelvolunteers

distributinggoodie bags

to allresidents

Lee Ek Ngo, PROC,

distributing ang paos

to the residents. Each

ang pao has a resident’s

name on it to ensure

that all 119 SJH residents

receive one.

Inspired by the song

performances, one of

the residents decides

to have a go at belting a song.

Stunning song performances from Oon Choon Lai (in picture), MQC, and Lee Ek Ngo, PROC, get all of us singing and clapping along with them.

Eating the Yu Sheng:

It’s time to see who

can eat the fastest!

Arranging the Yu Sheng:

Sta� putting their

creative skills to the test

Tossing the Yu Sheng:

Who says that you can’t

climb onto the table to

do the toss? Just ask

Mr Eng Poh Tzan.

The noise was deafening as 150 sta� shouted auspicious phrases together, wishing for prosperity, luck and good fortune in the coming year while tossing Yu Sheng during the Chinese New Year Toss 2011.

In the spirit of the occasion, 14 long tables were joined to form the NatSteel ‘dragon’ where sta� crowded around for the toss. The excitement in the air was evident as the cheers got increasingly louder and the Yu Sheng was tossed higher and higher.

Before the toss, sta� exhibited their creative talents by rearranging the Yu Sheng based on the Lunar New Year theme; Yu Sheng was made into shapes of rabbits, clowns and auspicious words like ‘fu’ or luck in Chinese. After the toss, sta� at each table also competed to �nish their Yu Sheng in the shortest time.

Said Tan Jo, MSP, who was part of the Fastest Toss team: “Thank you Sports & Recreation Club (SRC), for bringing the festive spirit to NatSteel! It looks like a lucky year ahead for us with this promising start (winning the Fastest Toss).”

At the end of the event, all participants were also given a pair of oranges for good luck and prosperity.

The Chinese New Year Toss 2011 was organised by the SRC on 11 Feb 11. nsh

Tossing for Luck and FortuneBy Theresa Lim, HRD and Zhang Yong Fu, TECH (SRC Committee)

Fight against Dermatitis!By Dr Lee Lay Tin, Tan Tock Seng Hospital

Contact Dermatitis is the most common skin disease. It causes eczema (in�ammation of the skin) which can produce itch, pain, redness or swelling. Sometimes the skin becomes dry, �aky or scaly or there may even be blisters or

wheals.

There are two main types of Contact Dermatitis:• Irritant Contact Dermatitis

This is caused by direct exposure to certain chemicals.

• Allergic Contact DermatitisThis occurs when the skin develops an allergic reaction that is triggered by the body’s immunity system. It is speci�c to people who are sensitive to the chemicals. Allergies can be caused by chemicals in hair dye, cosmetics and cement, nickel and chrome present in metal, and natural rubber latex present in gloves and boots. The cause of the allergy can be diagnosed by a skin patch test or skin prick test.

Skin diseases at workSkin diseases at work, also known as Occupational Dermatitis, are skin conditions caused by or made worse by the work environment. It is the second most common occupational disease in Singapore. The agents that cause Occupational Dermatitis can be the same as the other skin diseases. However, the skin condition usually improves when one is away from work.

Prevention of Dermatitis• Know all the chemicals you are in contact with or present in

your home and immediate workplace. You should avoid them if you are allergic to them.

• Read the Safety Data Sheet of all chemicals you are handling and comply with the recommended precautionary measures.

• Wear the appropriate personal protective equipment such as gloves, overalls and face shields. The type of equipment to be used depends on the chemical handled. They must be kept in good condition and cleaned or washed regularly.

• Keep yourself clean. This is the most important way of preventing occupational skin disease. Dirty work clothes must be changed after work. You must immediately wash your hands thoroughly after contact with any chemical. It is better to use gentle liquid soap and avoid abrasive or herbal soap. If possible, bathe during work breaks and before going home.

• Use moisturisers daily if you are handling chemicals which can cause the skin to become dry, such as solvents and talcum powder if handling �berglass.

• Consult a doctor and inform your supervisor whenever you have a skin problem which you think is due to work conditions. Do not apply cream or ointment unless they are prescribed as they may aggravate the skin condition.

If you wish to �nd out more about Dermatitis, do approach the Occupational Health Unit. nsh

A ‘General Awareness on Dermatitis’ workshop was conducted by Dr Lee, Head & Senior Consultant of Occupational Health Dept in Tan Tock Seng Hospital on 24 Feb 11.

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Cholesterol & Hypertension WorkshopAudiometry TestOccupational Health Talk on Hearing ConservationAutomatic External De�brilator TrainingPost Annual Health Screening TalkIn-house First Aid Refresher TrainingJewellery Workshop

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Cholesterol & Hypertension WorkshopMassage by the Blind

Work-life TalkMovie TherapyLaughter Clinic

Smoking Cessation Programme

Khoo Teck Puat Hospital

Singapore Association ofthe Visually HandicappedFei Ye Family Service CentreHOPE Worldwide SingaporeCerti�ed Laughter Yoga TeacherHealth Promotion Board

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other contributors Dr Lee Lay Tin, TTSH

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The Urban Challenge!

A ctive Day in the heart of Orchard Road? That’s right! Some 30 teams raced through Orchard Road to try to earn the most points from 50 challenges during SRC’s Active Day II – The Urban Challenge held on 9 Mar 11.

Bragging rights go to Sun�ower, Black Swans and The Shearheads & Cutterpillows for being the top teams!

Congratulations to all the teams and see you at the next Active Day!

By Felicia Liu, AMS (SRC Committee)

Teamwork in progress Where shall we go next?

What’s on the headlines? The top three teams!

Black Swans

The Shearheads & Cutterpillows

Sun�ower“Welcome to

SingaporeAward”

for Azkals

“I smell Team Spirit” -

The Gold Diggers designed

and wore their own T-shirts!

One of the training sessions

before the race to build

stamina and perservence

The NatSteel contingent participating in the OCBC Cycle Singapore 2011,Nissan Challenge

Cycling our hearts out!

The NatSteel contingent consisting of 24 sta� battled through 40km as they strived to complete the OCBC Cycle Singapore 2011, Nissan Challenge on 6 Mar 11! The race started from Singapore Flyer to East Coast

and back.

It has not been easy; many of them have been training hard for several weekends before the race to prepare for the 40km challenge. Said Chung Yuan Mei, MESH, who organised the training sessions: “The training we went through was de�nitely a worthwhile e�ort. The race was an exciting, thrilling and exhilarating experience for everyone!”

Each participant �nished the race with a proud smile on our faces and a medal in their hands!

The participants would like to thank special guest Mr Eng Poh Tzan, Chief Quality O�cer, who went to the starting point early in the morning before 7am to show his support and cheer them on. Thanks Mr Eng!

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By Brian Chong, SMD (SRC Committee)

The sky was still dark whenMr Eng (left) arrived. Standing onthe right is Je�rey Ng, CAGING.

Water Management for a Sustainable Future By Choo Swee Soon, CCD

Since 2008, NatSteel has also switched to using NEWater for our major water cooling processes. NEWater enables us to attain better water e�ciency, achieve lower water

consumption and increase savings in operational and maintenance costs by as much as 20%.

As NEWater is ultra-clean and pure, we are able to operate our water systems at the highest

permissible cycles of concentration and achieve higher water e�ciency with a well-designed water treatment programme and proper procedures for blow down (a process where water is removed from a water cooling system to reduce the build-up of impurities).

Better water e�ciency means less water being used and less cost incurred for water consumption. Savings directly derived from reduction in water usage are complemented by the lower rates of NEWater and the exemption of NEWater

from water conservation tax.

Recently, NatSteel has also started using NEWater for other applications, notably

our MESH equipment cooling systems and CAB toilet �ushing system.

As individuals, all of us can help reduce water usage too. Reporting of water leakages is one such simple act that everyone can do. So, play your part in conserving this value resource for a sustainable future! nsh

S teel mills are one of the largest industrial users of water. Usage of water for cooling products and equipment is essential in the process of converting raw materials into �nished steel goods.

NatSteel has been making every e�ort to manage our water usage. We can reduce water demand and thereby reduce cost. This is through improving e�ciency of water use, increasing water reuse and recycling water in the various processes of steel manufacturing. Some of the water management practices that we have successfully implemented over the years include:

1. Monitoring the water usage pattern for all major water systems. This allows us to evaluate how we use water and �nd ways not only to conserve, but to reuse.

2. Ensuring prompt identi�cation and �xing of leaks.

3. Using water-e�cient �ttings (such as basin taps, �ushing cisterns, showers and urinals �ush valve) where applicable.

4. Reusing water from systems thatrequire higher-quality water for those that use lower-quality water.

5. Refurnishing cooling towers with e�cient drifteliminators.

6. Harvesting rain water as makeup water for watercooling systems. This has helped us to keep water demand low.

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NatSteel planned a series of activities todrive greater awareness for Earth Hour 2011

and the protection of the environment. Find out in the next issue what we have done.

All original entries, one per staff, should reachHRD by 25 Apr 11. Winners’ names will be published on the Intranet homepage. ESHD will also contact you via email or phone.

Stand a chance to win a $10 NatCafe voucherby answering these questions correctly >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

ESH quiz no. 02/2011

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1. Two of the water management practices that NatSteel has successfully implemented over the years are:

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2. As individuals, what can we do to reduce water usage?