Achema is the largest nitrogen fertilizer manufacturer in the Baltic States, operating since 1962. The company employs more than 1,200 people and conducts production in a highly responsible and high-risk environment. Its operations consist of 13 production plants that manufacture over 40 different products for the agricultural, construction, furniture, food, and transport industries. Safety, control, and clearly defined processes are the core values of this major industrial organization.
In 2016, Achema became the first large manufacturing company in Lithuania to adopt the Worksober system, choosing an automated sobriety testing solution to enhance workplace safety.
Case Study
How Achema Strengthened Workplace Safety by Automating Sobriety Control
Why the Company Chose Worksober?
Before implementing Worksober, sobriety checks were carried out selectively, meaning not all employees were tested and consistency in control was not ensured. This approach posed additional safety risks in a production environment where even a small mistake could have serious consequences. It also required extra human resources.
The decision to implement Worksober was driven by the need for reliable and unified process automation. The company’s priorities included ensuring that:
- Sobriety tests are performed without human error or subjectivity.
- Data is recorded centrally and available in real time.
- The system is easy to operate and its implementation is seamless.
- Technical support guarantees long-term reliability.
How Worksober Helped?
The company now operates seven stationary devices installed at all access checkpoints. Employees are tested both when arriving at and leaving work. All test data is stored centrally within the system and accessible in real time to responsible managers.
This solution not only ensures that every employee enters the workplace sober but also significantly reduces manual administrative tasks.
Results
The Worksober solution helped Achema achieve several strategic goals:
- Improved workplace discipline – every employee knows that sobriety testing is mandatory and universal.
- Standardized process – consistent procedures are applied across all shifts and production units.
- Eliminated human supervision – the system operates independently and precisely.
- Reduced administrative workload – managers receive all necessary information effortlessly.
The system quickly became a natural part of daily operations – employees appreciate its transparency and clear rules, while managers value the reduced time and resource costs for maintaining safety procedures.
Summary
Achema has shown that even a large, complex manufacturing organization can successfully implement an automated safety system that combines efficiency with prevention.
“Worksober helped automate sobriety control and strengthen our internal culture of accountability. The system operates reliably and seamlessly, without adding administrative workload. We recommend it to companies seeking transparent and efficient safety processes.”
– Achema Administration