FQM and Prudential Pensions Management Zambia Mark World Day for Safety and Health at Work
First Quantum Minerals (FQM) and Prudential Pensions Management Zambia came together to observe the 2024 World Day for Safety and Health at Work, emphasizing the impact of climate change on occupational safety.
The event, hosted by FQM Trident Limited, aimed to raise awareness about the risks posed by climate change, such as extreme weather events and heat stress, and their implications for workplace safety and health.
FQM Trident Limited’s Safety and Health Manager, Atkins Sitwala, underscored the company’s commitment to prioritizing safety in the workplace.
He highlighted the challenges posed by climate change, including high temperatures and increased dust levels, and outlined FQM Trident’s initiatives to mitigate these risks through fitness for work programs and the promotion of personal protective equipment (PPE).
Echoing Sitwala’s sentiments, FQM Trident Limited’s Human Resource Manager, Brighton Mwiinga, emphasized the company’s dedication to maintaining a safe and sustainable working environment.
Mwiinga stressed the importance of celebrating key values and fostering a culture of safety among the workforce.
Kombe Temba, Head of Operations at Prudential Pensions Management Zambia, emphasized the significance of integrating health and safety practices to cultivate a holistic safety culture.
Temba highlighted the importance of prioritizing health and safety to create a workplace that ensures not only safety but also productivity and well-being.
FQM reaffirmed its commitment to promoting a culture of safety that empowers employees, minimizes risks, and ultimately improves productivity. With its “Safety First” policy, FQM demonstrates its dedication to creating a sustainable and positive impact on the mining sector.
