Miselo Justin Bwalya is an Occupational Safety and Health Practitioner from Nchanga Constituency, Chingola, Zambia, currently serving at JVChantete. With hands-on experience in the mining and contracting environment, he is dedicated to strengthening proactive safety cultures that emphasize prevention, accountability, and continuous improvement. He is passionate about empowering workers to take ownership of safety and driving behavioural change beyond compliance. He is committed to positioning Zambia and Africa within global safety conversations through practical leadership, grassroots engagement, and integrity-driven safety practice.

Miselo Justin Bwalya contributed to strengthening workplace safety performance through proactive safety engagement and risk management at JVChantete Earthworks Ltd. He actively promotes hazard identification and reporting among operators and supervisors, encouraging workers to take responsibility for identifying unsafe conditions before incidents occur. Through regular safety interactions, toolbox talks, and workplace inspections, he reinforced compliance with safe work procedures, correct use of personal protective equipment, and adherence to operational safety standards. He also support supervisors and operators in addressing equipment defects and unsafe conditions promptly to prevent potential incidents. Additionally, he contributed to the activation of the March 2026 workplace safety campaign themed “Why Do I Work Safely.” His role included developing safety awareness content and supporting the design of campaign materials used to engage employees and promote personal accountability in safety. These efforts helped strengthen participation in safety discussions and encouraged proactive reporting of hazards across the workplace.

Miselo Justin Bwalya supported several workplace safety and health initiatives at JVChantete Earthworks Ltd aimed at strengthening a proactive safety culture. One of the key initiatives was promoting active hazard identification and reporting among equipment operators and supervisors to ensure unsafe conditions were addressed before they could lead to incidents. He also supported regular safety engagements such as toolbox talks and workplace safety reminders that emphasized compliance with safe work procedures, proper use of personal protective equipment, and situational awareness during operations.

In addition, he contributed to the activation of a workplace safety awareness campaign themed “Why Do I Work Safely,” which encouraged employees to reflect on personal reasons for working safely, such as their families and communities. His contribution included developing safety awareness messages and supporting the design of campaign materials used in posters and internal communication platforms. These initiatives helped reinforce safety ownership among workers and encouraged open discussions about risk, prevention, and personal responsibility in maintaining a safe working environment.

Miselo Justin Bwalya ability to influence safety practices is built on active engagement, consistency, and leading by example in the workplace. At JVChantete Earthworks Ltd, he regularly interact with operators, supervisors, and other workers during field activities, which allows me to build trust and open communication around safety matters. By listening to workers’ concerns and encouraging them to speak up about hazards, he help create an environment where safety is viewed as a shared responsibility rather than a rule imposed from above. He also use practical examples during safety discussions to make safety messages relatable to everyday tasks in mining operations. My involvement in developing safety awareness content and materials for campaigns such as “Why Do I Work Safely” helped communicate safety messages in a way that connects with employees on a personal level. Through continuous engagement, encouragement, and visible commitment to safe practices, he have been able to influence workers to take ownership of safety, actively report hazards, and support workplace initiatives that promote safer operations.

The safety initiatives Miselo Justin Bwalya supported helped strengthen the safety culture at JVChantete Earthworks Ltd by encouraging workers to become more proactive in identifying hazards and preventing incidents. Through regular safety engagements and awareness discussions, employees became more confident in reporting unsafe conditions and participating in safety conversations. The “Why Do I Work Safely” campaign helped employees connect workplace safety with personal responsibility, family, and community, making safety messages more meaningful and relatable. His contribution to developing safety awareness content and campaign materials helped deliver clear and engaging messages that resonated with employees across different operational levels. As a result, there was increased participation in safety discussions and stronger commitment to following safe work practices. These efforts contributed to reinforcing preventive safety behaviours and supporting continuous improvement in workplace safety performance.

In Miselo Justin Bwalya opinion, a safety influencer demonstrates integrity, consistency, strong communication, and the ability to lead by example. True influence in safety comes from building trust and encouraging others to take responsibility for their own safety and that of their colleagues. In his daily work at JVChantete Earthworks Ltd, he actively engage with workers, encourage open discussions about hazards, and promote proactive reporting of unsafe conditions. He believe listening to employees and involving them in safety conversations helps build a stronger safety culture. Through safety awareness initiatives, workplace engagements, and practical safety messaging, he aim to make safety meaningful and relatable. His goal is to inspire positive safety behaviour and strengthen a culture where everyone values safety as a shared responsibility.

5 Years