Mauro Neves

SAFEX International: Overview and Legal Disclaimers

SAFEX International operates independently and is not classified as a Trade Association. The organization primarily focuses on critical issues pertaining to safety, health, environmental protection, and security in relation to explosives and their precursor chemicals throughout the entire product life cycle.

To support these objectives, SAFEX International has developed a series of documents and guidelines known as the Basis of Safety (BoS). These materials have been collaboratively created by various member companies on an international scale, with the aim of enhancing safety standards in the operations, transportation, storage, and disposal of explosive products and hazardous chemicals.

It is important to note that the BoS documents are intended solely as training materials and guidelines for users. While SAFEX International strives to provide comprehensive and accurate resources, the organization expressly disclaims any legal liability arising from the application or execution of actions undertaken by individual users based on the content provided. Users are encouraged to exercise their own judgment and seek professional advice as necessary when implementing safety practices and protocols related to explosives and hazardous materials.

By utilizing the BoS documents and guidelines, users acknowledge and accept that SAFEX International cannot be held responsible for any consequences resulting from their actions or decisions.

SAFEX Newsletter

The SAFEX Newsletter was initiated for all members and other interested parties:

To inform the SAFEX Community of what is happening in SAFEX.

To provide a forum for readers to learn from the published articles and opinions expressed.

To encourage networking among members of the SAFEX Community.

To ensure SHE practices stay current and is shared.

Incident Notification

Members can now notify SAFEX of incidents online by completing the Notification of Incident form after accessing the restricted pages (Intranet) with their access codes.

If your Company is a SAFEX Member and you don't have your individual access codes, please request them using the Member Nomination Form. Please do NOT use anyone else's access codes

Advancing Safety Through Integrated Risk Management

At Dyno Nobel, safety is the cornerstone of our operations and the guiding principle behind every decision we make. As Chief Executive Officer, I am pleased to share our continued commitment to operational excellence through the integration of our risk management and health and safety management systems - an initiative that reflects our dedication to protecting our people, our communities, and the broader industry.

In alignment with global best practices and in close collaboration with our operational teams across our business, we have undertaken a significant transformation of our approach to operational risk. Our Operations Risk Transformation Plan is designed to embed critical control thinking into the fabric of our organisation, ensuring that the controls which prevent serious incidents are clearly identified, actively verified, and consistently reinforced.

This transformation has involved the consolidation of previously fragmented systems into a unified platform, the establishment of a global material risk register, and the implementation of structured verification processes. These measures are supported by a robust governance framework, standardised processes and a culture of continuous improvement, leadership behaviours and operational discipline.

We recognise that effective risk management is not solely a technical exercise - it is a leadership imperative. Accordingly, we have embedded risk ownership into our leadership routines and empowered our teams with the tools, training, and clarity required to ensure safety is not assumed, but demonstrably achieved.

Dyno Nobel remains a proud and active member of SAFEX, and we are committed to sharing our learnings and collaborating across the industry to elevate safety standards. Our collective goal of zero harm is attainable - not through increased complexity, but through disciplined execution, cultural alignment, and a relentless focus on what truly matters.

Together, we can build a safer, more resilient industry.

Mauro Nevis
CEO
Dyno Nobel Limited