Sir Moir Lockhead earns prestigious safety hat-trick

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Sir Moir Lockhead, former Chief Executive of Aberdeen based FirstGroup, received three special awards from three of the world’s leading safety bodies in recognition of his contribution to safety.

Sir Moir was presented with the awards last night (19 April) at First’s internal Safety and Environment Awards, which recognise the achievements of its people and companies throughout the UK.

Sir Moir received the following:

  • An Honorary Fellowship from the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH);
  • A President’s Commendation from the International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (IIRSM);
  • And the British Safety Council presented Sir Moir with an award, “in recognition of his leadership and success in improving safety in the passenger transport industry.”

It is thought that in receiving the three awards Sir Moir has become the first person in history to hold all three simultaneously.

Sir Moir delivered a speech following the presentations and dedicated the accolades to his former colleagues at First across the UK and North America.

He said:

“Receiving these awards is a real highlight of my career. During my 21 years at the helm of our company, we made sure that the safety of our people and our customers took precedence over all else.

“Injury Prevention at FirstGroup put simply means, ‘IF YOU CANNOT DO IT SAFELY, DON’T DO IT,’ and this demonstrates our relentless approach to safety. Thanks to the efforts of everyone involved, safety is now a way of life within the company and I dedicate the awards to my former colleagues.”

Tim O’Toole, who succeeded Sir Moir as Chief Executive of FirstGroup, said:

“Sir Moir is a colossus in the transport industry. One of the most impressive legacies he leaves behind is First’s approach to safety. Moir’s overwhelming determination and steadfast resolve helped shake up the safety culture not just in First, but throughout the entire transport industry. I can think of no-one more deserving than Sir Moir to receive such a remarkable hat-trick of tributes.”

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