EFG Holding secures ISO 45001 certification for occupational health, safety

Updated 2/18/2026 12:38:00 PM

Arab Finance: EFG Holding has obtained ISO 45001 certification, the international standard for occupational health and safety management systems, according to an emailed press release.

The certification formalizes the group’s approach to identifying and managing workplace risks, strengthening health, safety, and environmental (HSE) governance. It also embeds safety practices across day-to-day operations.

ISO 45001 sets out requirements covering hazard identification, risk assessment, operational controls, emergency preparedness, employee engagement, and performance monitoring.

The ISO 45001 certification assures employees, investors, regulators, and business partners that the EGX-listed company follows internationally recognized occupational health and safety best practices.

Mohammed Saleh, Head of Administration and Facilities at EFG Holding, said: "The certification reinforces our commitment to protecting our people and strengthening governance and risk management,” adding that the group will continue to “integrate health and safety as a core priority across our operations and pursue continuous improvement.”

For his part, Amr Ahmed Abdelaal, Senior Security Manager at EFG Holding, commented: “The standard strengthens our health and safety management system by improving how we identify risks and implement effective controls, and supports a culture of ongoing improvement.”