Vivo Energy Ghana has recently celebrated a significant milestone by achieving 5,000 Goal Zero Days without any harm to people and with minimal environmental impact. This notable event took place at the company’s head office in Accra and brought together key stakeholders, including Managing Director Jean-Michel Arlandis, Vice President of Group Health, Safety, Security, Environment, and Quality (HSSEQ) Grant Bairstow, Board Director Samuel Sarpong, along with representatives from contractors and transporters. The celebration underscores the company’s commitment to maintaining a safe and environmentally responsible operational framework.
In his keynote address, Jean-Michel Arlandis stressed the essential role that teamwork and vigilance play in fostering a safe workplace. He expressed gratitude to all those who contributed to this achievement, acknowledging the efforts of his predecessors who laid the foundation for such success. Arlandis reaffirmed Vivo Energy Ghana’s dedication to continuous improvement in safety measures and operational excellence, emphasizing that these pillars remain integral to the company’s ethos.
Grant Bairstow built on this sentiment by applauding the proactive safety measures and stringent protocols implemented within the company. He articulated appreciation for the efforts of Vivo’s Ghana team, reinforcing the importance of maintaining this culture of safety that has become entrenched in daily operations. Bairstow encouraged the workforce to aim for even higher standards and aspire to increase the number of Goal Zero Days, showcasing a collective ambition for safety excellence.
Samuel Sarpong, representing the board, echoed the importance of preserving the safety record and expressed optimism about future achievements. He specifically noted the aspiration to reach 7,500 Goal Zero Days in the subsequent years, illustrating a forward-thinking vision for the company’s safety initiatives. This hopeful outlook reinforces the notion that safety is not simply an endpoint but an ongoing journey that requires constant vigilance and commitment.
During the celebration, transporters and contractors were acknowledged for their contributions, receiving citations of appreciation that symbolized collective pride in this accomplishment. This recognition served not only to honor those directly involved but also to foster a sense of unity and shared responsibility among all stakeholders. The messages of goodwill circulated from both internal and external stakeholders highlighted broad support for Vivo Energy Ghana’s commitment to a safety-first culture.
According to Corporate Communications Manager Shirley Tony Kum, achieving 5,000 Goal Zero Days is a testament to Vivo Energy Ghana’s enduring dedication to its Health, Safety, Security, Environment, and Quality Management Systems (HSSEQ-MS). This milestone not only reflects the company’s adherence to high safety standards but also showcases its proactive approach to mitigating risks and ensuring a sustainable operational environment. As Vivo Energy Ghana looks forward, the landmark achievement emphasizes the importance of ongoing safety education and training, ensuring that the company continues to strive toward ever higher benchmarks in workplace safety and environmental stewardship.
