Serious emergency preparedness and response had the Trinidad and Tobago Emergency Mutual Aide Scheme (TTEMAS) occupied, for the greater part of 2010. The mutual aid organisation offers assistance with emergency response management and mutual aid to member companies in Point Lisas and the energy sectors, in the event of emergencies such as fire and environment releases. After another unprecedented and successful year, and in commemoration of the Christmas season, members were able to unwind and relax over a sumptuous meal at the Soongs Great Wall Restaurant, San Fernando on December 8.
The guest list included the Point Lisas CEO's from Companies such as Phoenix Park, Methanex, NGC, TCL , as well as, representatives from The Ministry of National Security and the Colonel Rodney Smart from the ODPM. Words were few, as President Deonanan Jagdip underscored the tremendous responsibility placed on their shoulders, and their commitment to partnering with industry and government for a safer and better T&T.
Team spirit was in abundance, and so too was the humour served by the afternoon's master of ceremonies, Antonia Lucky, as she engaged members in friendly competition for valuable prizes.
Members' memories were jogged as they had to answer questions based on their President's address, in addition to naming the entire executive. Their powers of observation was also tested, to name the company which arrived first for the festivities. Unblemished record of attendance was rewarded, as well as the best dressed male and female, demonstrating the Christmas spirit.