Labor Day, Pelindo Facilitates Free Health Checks For 213 TKBM In Kupang

PT Pelabuhan Indonesia (Pelindo) facilitates free health checks for 213 Unloadloading Charge Workers (TKBM) workers at Tenau Port, Kupang, East Nusa Tenggara (NTT). This activity was held, in the context of International Labor Day, which is celebrated every May 1.

"TKBM workers play a vital role in maintaining the smooth flow of goods at the port. In the midst of accelerating information technology and modernizing operational equipment, their presence remains an important part that supports port dynamics," said Pelindo's Director of Human Resources and General Affairs, Ihsanuddin Usman, Friday, May 2.

The examination includes checking blood pressure, blood sugar levels, cholesterol, and medical consultations. Participants get the opportunity to consult a doctor. In addition, they are also given vitamin packages and supplements.

Ihsanuddin emphasized that health checks for TKBM workers are a real step for companies to support the welfare of port workers.

Free health checks are part of Pelindo's Social and Environmental Responsibility (TJSL) program, which targets vulnerable groups of workers in the port environment.

In this activity, Pelindo involved a number of stakeholders, including the Kupang Class II Harbormaster Office and Port Authority (KSOP), as well as the Kupang Port Security Implementation Unit (KP3), to strengthen synergies to support a healthy and safe work ecosystem.

Head of the Class II Port Authority and Port Authority (KSOP) Office of Kupang, Simon B. Baon said, as an annual program, this activity should be maintained and even expanded. Synergy like this is important to maintain the safety and welfare of workers who have been at the forefront of port operations," he said.

Meanwhile, Pelindo's TJSL Head Department, Febrianto Zenny, said that this program was focused on targeting vulnerable groups in Pelindo's operational environment.

"The focus of this activity is informal and vulnerable sector workers around the port. They often escape access to regular health services, and this certainly needs to be a common concern," said Febrianto.