STRENGTHENING WORKFORCE COMPETENCY AND SAFETY CULTURE THROUGH TRAINING IN THE OIL & GAS SECTOR

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https://doi.org/10.18623/rvd.v23.6784

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Oil & Gas, Workforce Competency, Safety Culture, Safety Training, Process Safety, Human Performance, Saudi Vision 2030, HSE

Resumo

Given the inherent risks of the Oil & Gas industry, such as flammable substances, high-pressure systems, and heavy equipment, maintaining workforce competency and safety culture is essential for ensuring operational reliability and sustained growth. This paper examines how targeted safety training programs enhance workforce competency and safety culture within the Oil & Gas sector, supporting organizations’ efforts to achieve the strategic objectives outlined in Saudi Vision 2030. The study uses a qualitative approach grounded in literature, industry practices, global standards, and case studies from terminal operations, aviation fueling, and process safety. It shows the link between competency training, human performance improvement, hazard awareness, emergency preparedness, and institutional strength. The findings indicate that organizations implementing structured competency systems, safety programs, leadership initiatives, and ongoing development achieve better safety outcomes and reduced risk. Challenges identified include managing multicultural teams, bridging communication gaps, addressing training fatigue, adapting to technological changes, and improving practical competency assessments. This study concludes that focused investment in workforce development, digital learning tools, leadership-driven safety culture, and competency assurance frameworks is critical for advancing operational excellence and directly supporting the strategic goals of Saudi Vision 2030. The main argument is that competency-based safety training provides the foundation necessary for these outcomes within the Oil & Gas sector.

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2026-05-28

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Ahmed, M. S. (2026). STRENGTHENING WORKFORCE COMPETENCY AND SAFETY CULTURE THROUGH TRAINING IN THE OIL & GAS SECTOR. Veredas Do Direito , 23(9), e236784. https://doi.org/10.18623/rvd.v23.6784

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v. 23 n. 9 (2026): Veredas do Direito, v. 23, n. 9 2026

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