In the waste management sector, safety is not just a compliance metric – it is a moral imperative. And few stories capture this ethos as powerfully as that of Moz Environmental, who, from April 2021 to May 2025, have successfully completed 2 million work hours without a single Lost Time Injury (LTI).
This continuous achievement from zero to two million hours represents not only an operational triumph but also a cultural milestone: a story of people, purpose, and protection.
A Culture Built on Care
At Moz Environmental, safety is not delegated to one department or driven by a single leader – it is lived by every employee. From senior leadership to depot teams, each individual contributes to a daily environment where risk is identified, addressed, and communicated proactively.
The organisation has adopted a philosophy that champions shared accountability and empowerment. Toolbox Talks are led on a rotational basis, ensuring that every voice is heard and every team member has ownership over their working environment. Behaviour-Based Safety (BBS) campaigns are implemented weekly, reinforcing good habits and calling attention to unsafe conditions in real-time.
Strengthening the System
Following their first million-hour milestone, Moz Environmental doubled down on safety:
- New SHEQ personnel were appointed across depots
- Stop Card initiatives expanded to all locations with higher submission rates
- PPE inspections, area audits, and supervisory walkthroughs intensified
- Defensive driver training was rolled out to all operational drivers via Concord and Sasol
- Signage and take-home materials were introduced to extend the safety culture beyond the workplace
And importantly, the culture of recognition flourished. Each month, different teams and individuals are rewarded for their contributions to safety, reinforcing a positive feedback loop that values commitment and consistency.
Leadership in Action
As Centrifuge Coordinator Augusto Fernando reflects, “This milestone means that our safety systems are working. It shows our environment is safer, our compliance stronger, and our teams more aware. But to maintain this culture, we must continue to invest in training, risk assessments, and near-miss reporting.”
Junior Supervisor Fatima Cornelio adds, “This success proves our dedication. But we cannot become complacent – our future depends on keeping workers involved, trained, and engaged.”
Resilience Amid Adversity
Perhaps what makes this achievement even more meaningful is the context in which it occurred. From civil unrest to natural disasters like Cyclone Chido, the team faced significant challenges. Despite damaged infrastructure and limited access to water and electricity, they maintained operational continuity and safety performance. Not a single injury was recorded. This resilience is not coincidental – it is cultural.
Trusted by Clients. Recognised Nationally.
Clients including ENI, Sasol, and others have lauded the consistency and professionalism of the Moz Environmental team. The Department of Labour has awarded the team with four accolades for safety excellence – two regional, one national, and one campaign-specific.
These awards are not the end of the road. They are checkpoints in a longer journey of continuous improvement. And as a business, Moz Environmental continues to embody the Interwaste and Séché Environnement vision: to build a safer, more sustainable Africa, one workday at a time.
The Road Ahead
2 million hours LTI-free is not just a feather in our cap – it is a call to action. To continue listening, learning, and leading in safety. To create a workplace where every action reflects our care for one another, and where Zero Harm is not just a campaign, but a way of life.
Congratulations to every member of the Moz Environmental family. You’ve made all of us proud.
Together we serve land and life. Together we work safer.
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