Anjan Lama is a NEBOSH Level 6 Certified Senior HSE Specialist with 12+ years' experience in construction safety across the Middle East. Currently with ALEC Engineering Saudi, he implements robust SHE systems for mega-projects like the ILMI Science Discovery Center. His expertise spans risk assessment, incident investigation, and safety training. He has achieved 20M LTI-free manhours on landmark projects including One Za'abeel's record-breaking cantilever bridge. He is an ISO 45001 Lead Auditor and IOSH Managing Safety professional, recognised for developing zero-harm cultures through data-driven safety strategies and workforce empowerment.

In 2024, as a Senior Site HSE Coordinator at ALEC Engineering Saudi, he successfully implemented the SHE management system for the ILMI Science Discovery & Innovation Center Project in MISK City, ensuring full compliance with Saudi regulations and ALEC's EHS policies. Through comprehensive risk assessments (HIRA, JSA, PJOD), he identified and mitigated critical hazards in high-risk operations including working at heights, scaffolding, and rope access. His leadership in incident investigations and root cause analysis has reduced near-miss incidents by 30% through targeted corrective actions. He developed and delivered specialised HSE training programs, enhancing safety awareness for over 1000 workers and subcontractors. His rigorous weekly safety audits and real-time performance monitoring contributed to maintaining zero lost-time incidents (LTIs) on-site. Earlier in 2024, he completed his tenure at BCC (Al Fozan Holding) by delivering the Ewan Sedra Phase 2 Project with an exemplary safety record, achieving 100% emergency drill compliance and zero major incidents. These accomplishments demonstrate his commitment to operational excellence and continuous safety improvement in high-value construction projects.

In 2024, he spearheaded comprehensive safety initiatives at ALEC Engineering Saudi's ILMI Science Discovery Center project, implementing a robust SHE management system aligned with Saudi regulations and ISO 45001 standards. Key initiatives included conducting advanced risk assessments (HIRA, JSA, PJOD) for high-risk activities like working at heights and scaffolding operations, resulting in a 30% reduction in near-miss incidents. He established weekly safety audits and real-time monitoring systems to ensure prompt corrective actions. A major focus was enhancing workforce competency through tailored HSE training programs for 1000+ workers, covering emergency response, hazard identification, and permit-to-work systems. He introduced innovative safety leadership workshops for site supervisors and implemented a behavioral-based safety observation program. For the Ewan Sedra Phase 2 project completion, he developed enhanced emergency response protocols and conducted successful evacuation drills with 100% participation. These initiatives, combined with daily toolbox talks and strict PTW compliance, contributed to maintaining zero LTIs across both projects while fostering a proactive safety culture through visible leadership and continuous improvement processes.

His ability to influence stakeholders at all levels has been instrumental in successfully implementing 2024's safety initiatives. As evidenced by his work on the ILMI Science Discovery Center project, he engaged senior management through data-driven presentations that demonstrated how safety investments directly supported business objectives, securing their full endorsement for new safety protocols. His technical credibility as a NEBOSH Level 6 and ISO 45001 Lead Auditor professional enabled him to effectively challenge unsafe practices while offering practical solutions. He built trust with frontline workers by conducting interactive training sessions in multiple languages (English, Hindi, Urdu), adapting content to their literacy levels and work realities. His collaborative approach with subcontractors involved joint problem-solving sessions that transformed compliance into a shared value, resulting in 95% participation rates in safety programs. At Ewan Sedra Phase 2, he influenced behavioral change by implementing a peer-recognition system that celebrated safe behaviors, which increased near-miss reporting by 40%. These strategies were underpinned by his consistent visible leadership - conducting daily site walks, personally mentoring supervisors, and maintaining open communication channels that made safety personal rather than procedural.

Enhanced Impact Through Employee Engagement & Recognition Building on their HSE Training Center's success, he implemented the 'Voice of Employee' program to foster open safety dialogue through daily two-way communication sessions. This initiative, combined with targeted Toolbox Talks (TBTs) addressing emerging risks, increased near-miss reporting by 55% within three months. Their monthly 'Safety Champions' recognition program, featuring awards and champagne celebrations for outstanding safety contributions, has driven unprecedented engagement - with 92% of workers actively participating in safety initiatives. These programs created a visible safety culture where frontline teams now proactively suggest improvements, such as the scaffold inspection checklist enhancement adopted project-wide. The synergy between structured training (over 1,200 hours delivered), real-time communication channels, and meaningful recognition has reduced preventable incidents by 40% year-to-date while establishing a replicable model for workforce empowerment that's being scaled across ALEC's Saudi operations. Key Achievements: - 55% increase in safety observations/near-miss reports - 92% workforce participation in safety initiatives - 40% reduction in preventable incidents - 100% adoption of employee-generated improvements - Model replicated across 4 additional projects

Attributes of a Safety Influencer and His Demonstration A true safety influencer possesses technical expertise, inspirational leadership, innovation, and measurable impact – qualities ha has demonstrated throughout his career. His NEBOSH Level 6 and ISO 45001 Lead Auditor credentials establish his technical authority, while his creation of the ILMI HSE Training Center and Voice of Employee program showcase innovative approaches to risk education and engagement. As a multilingual communicator (English/Hindi/Urdu/Nepali), he bridged cultural gaps to make safety personal for diverse teams, evidenced by their 92% participation rate in safety initiatives. His data-driven leadership – achieving 40% incident reduction* and 1.2 million LTI-free manhours – proves consistent results beyond compliance. What sets him apart is his ability to transform safety from policy to passion - Recognising safe behaviors through awards that created friendly competition - Collaborating with suppliers to embed safety in equipment training These efforts have made safety visible, valued, and viral across projects – exactly the transformative influence the WSHAsia Award celebrates. His initiatives don’t just change metrics; they elevate entire safety cultures, making him a deserving candidate for this honour.