Taking on the role of Warehouse Chief since 2019, Lieutenant Colonel Ta Hong Son has always demonstrated a strong political stance, pure moral qualities, a simple lifestyle and a scientific, in-depth working style. As the commander of the Petroleum Depot, Comrade Son has proactively advised and proposed many effective solutions in receiving, preserving, reserving and distributing petroleum, supplies and equipment to units, especially in sudden and urgent situations. Thanks to that, the Petroleum Depot has ensured absolute safety for many consecutive years.

One of the outstanding initiatives of comrade Son is the increased application of technology in petroleum management. The warehouse has implemented import, export and inventory management through a specialized software system, ensuring transparency, accuracy, minimizing errors and losses. Investing in a 24/7 camera surveillance system at key points in the warehouse has contributed significantly to fire prevention - a constant risk in a special unit like the Petroleum Warehouse.

Lieutenant Colonel Ta Hong Son, Head of the Petroleum Depot (second from right) checks the valve system of the petroleum distribution pipeline.

Lieutenant Colonel Ta Hong Son said: “Working in the petroleum industry is not only hard but also always carries a high risk of fire and explosion, especially during long hot days. The unit's terrain is scattered, the number of troops changes frequently, and the task requirements are increasingly high. In such conditions, I determined that it is necessary to create unity in leadership and command, promote the role of each individual, clearly assign people, tasks, and responsibilities; at the same time, it is necessary to do a good job of ideological work, promptly motivate officers and employees to feel secure in their work, and overcome pressure."

Determining that petroleum training does not stop at theory but must be put into practice. Therefore, Lieutenant Colonel Ta Hong Son directed the officers and employees of the Warehouse to regularly organize drills on the deployment, installation and operation of the PSG-600 and DC-100 field petroleum depots, training the fire truck crew to be proficient in operations and quickly handle all situations. In drills such as Military Region defense operations (2023), command - agency on the map (2024) and Military Region Fire Prevention and Fighting Sports Festival, he always directly directed, presented realistic situations, and organized the forces scientifically and closely. As a result, the inspections and evaluations were highly appreciated by the Head of the Logistics - Technical Department and the Military Region 3 Command.

According to Mr. Son, to reduce fuel loss and ensure absolute safety, the unit has implemented a series of measures, from installing insulated roofs for tanks, organizing water spraying for cooling in the summer, to improving valve and exhaust pipe techniques according to the principle of natural flow. In addition, internal inspection and supervision work is strictly maintained, combined with political and ideological education, contributing to raising the sense of responsibility of each officer and employee.

Lieutenant Colonel Ta Hong Son, Head of the Petroleum Depot (third from right) inspects the grease storage facility.

“We identify fire prevention as our top priority. No mistake is allowed in any action, no matter how small. Therefore, all officers and employees must practice steadfastness, master the process, and be proficient in the plan to be ready to respond to any situation,” Lieutenant Colonel Ta Hong Son emphasized.

Evaluating comrade Ta Hong Son, Major Chu Minh Cuong, Political Commissar of the Petroleum Depot, shared: “Comrade Son is a dedicated, responsible and very decisive commander. In all his work, he always sets an example, is close to the base, knows how to listen and share with the officers and soldiers. The Petroleum Depot is always united, disciplined and completes all tasks well with a great guiding role from the leader. Not only is he good at his profession, comrade Son is also a model of morality, a simple and exemplary lifestyle. In all circumstances, he always maintains his composure, courage and inquisitive spirit, dares to think, dares to do - that is what the officers and soldiers in the Depot highly appreciate”.

In recognition of his outstanding contributions, Lieutenant Colonel Ta Hong Son has been awarded the title of Emulation Fighter at the grassroots level for many years (2019, 2020, 2022, 2023, 2024), a party member who has excellently completed his tasks, and has been awarded many Certificates of Merit and Certificates of Merit by the Ministry of National Defense, the Military Region 3 Command and the Logistics - Technical Department. Under the direction of comrade Son, the Petroleum Depot has been awarded the title of "Determined to Win Unit" for 7 consecutive years (2018-2024), maintaining a strong and comprehensive unit that is "exemplary and typical", with absolute safety for people, equipment, vehicles and facilities.

Article and photos: NGUYEN THANH

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