National Safety Month: Putting Safety Into Action Every Day at Mosaic

National Safety Month: Putting Safety Into Action Every Day at Mosaic

At Mosaic, safety is more than a priority-it's a shared commitment that guides every task, every shift, and every decision we make. As we recognize June, National Safety Month, we're highlighting the people and practices that bring this commitment to life across our operations.

Our message is simple and consistent: if work can't be done safely, it must not be done. Protecting our people and the environment depends on staying vigilant, speaking up, and taking action when it matters most.

Leading With Action and Accountability

Across Mosaic, employees are empowered to act when they see a hazard-whether that means stopping work, isolating a risk, or reporting a concern. From identifying risks above, below and all around us, to using tools like Intelex and Leadership Engaged Go Observe (LEGO) to report incidents and near misses, safety is built into every step of how we work.

Ryan Moser: Championing Safety Through Experience and Collaboration at Esterhazy, Saskatchewan, Canada

Ryan Moser, Senior Safety Specialist at Esterhazy, began his career at Mosaic in 2014 as a Surface Safety Specialist. He started in the K2 underground mine and expanded to the K1 and then the K3 mines. Now, Ryan provides support across all of Mosaic's Esterhazy operations. Today, he works closely with maintenance, operations, leadership, and frontline employees to strengthen safety processes and promote consistent, safe work practices.

His passion for safety, however, began long before Mosaic in his previous career as a Primary Care Paramedic.

"I responded to a wide range of incidents-and had firsthand exposure to the outcomes when things go wrong," Ryan says. "Those experiences stay with you, and they've shaped how I approach safety today."

Building a Culture Where Everyone Has a Voice

Ryan believes one of the most important elements of a strong safety culture is trust.

"A key part of strengthening trust is actively listening to concerns and consistently closing the communication loop by providing clear feedback or action," Ryan says.

Programs like Mosaic's Risk Reduction Program support this approach by empowering employees to identify hazards, share ideas, and collaborate on solutions. By encouraging open communication and recognizing contributions, teams strengthen both safety outcomes and engagement.

Driving Continuous Improvement

In his role, Ryan contributes to a wide range of initiatives-from incident investigations and safety program development to training and system improvements. He also plays an active role beyond Mosaic through the Saskatchewan Mining Association (SMA), where he collaborates with industry peers to advance safety practices.

"What motivates me most is the SMA's ability to bring companies together to collaborate, share ideas, and advance safety across the industry," Ryan says. "That exchange of knowledge is incredibly valuable-because at the end of the day, there is no competition when it comes to safety."

Ryan is particularly excited about the future of safety at Mosaic, including the shift toward Energy-Based Safety (EBS), an approach that helps workers better understand and manage risk by focusing on energy sources.

Rob Seaborn: Leading Through Experience and a Passion for Prevention at Four Corners/Wingate, Florida, U.S.A.

For Rob Seaborn, Safety/Emergency Response Team (ERT) Coordinator at Four Corners/Wingate, safety is grounded in experience, observation, and a strong desire to protect others.

Rob began his Mosaic career more than 13 years ago as a laborer and progressed through roles including heavy equipment operator, and maintenance positions. In 2020, he joined the safety team, bringing with him a deep understanding of site operations.

In his current role, Rob is responsible for a wide range of safety activities, including inspections and reporting. But he says one of the most important parts of his job is simply being present.

"Especially on repair days, when there is a lot of maintenance going on," Rob explains. "My goal is to see the things that may go unnoticed, or simply overlooked, that could result in someone getting injured."

Rob's commitment to safety was shaped by a serious incident he witnessed early in his career-an experience that motivated him to pursue emergency response training and deepen his safety knowledge. Since joining the ERT in 2014, he has continued to build his expertise, participating in competitions and helping develop training scenarios for both Mosaic and industry events.

"If I can keep one person from getting hurt because I see something they don't, then it's all worth it," he says.

Strengthening Safety Through Shared Responsibility

Rob believes one of the most important shifts he has seen over the years is the growing alignment between leadership and frontline teams when it comes to safety.

"Safety is in the forefront of all things," Rob explains. "I have heard it said more than once, 'how can we do this safely', and if something was to go wrong, 'how do we fail safely.'"

Programs like ABS (action-based safety observations) have strengthened this approach by empowering more employees to actively observe their surroundings, step in when needed, and prevent potential incidents before they occur.

His dedication reflects a broader commitment shared across Mosaic: building capability, supporting one another, and continuously improving how work gets done safely.

Alma Thomas: Committed to Safety and Training at Bartow, Florida, U.S.A.

With a 53-year career at Mosaic, Alma Thomas brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to safety. Since starting in 1973 as a laborer, she has held a variety of roles across the Bartow plant-including equipment operator, plant operator, and maintenance trainee. Alma has also worked in the utility plant and railcar loadout areas, and she is qualified to operate many of the site's heavy equipment vehicles-giving her a well-rounded perspective on operations and safety.

Today, Alma helps keep the plant clean, supports tank cleaning, and mentors new employees. Her motivation is simple but powerful: "I want everyone to go back home safe."

Alma values Mosaic's strong focus on safety leadership, noting that supervision plays a key role in keeping safety front and center every day. She also believes safety starts with personal responsibility and clear expectations.

"Make sure people understand their responsibility and their tasks," she says.

Marcus Krinke: Driving a Strong Safety Culture at Esterhazy K2

Marcus Krinke, a Production Supervisor at Esterhazy's K2 mill, began his career in 2017 as an engineering student in Mosaic's Co-op program. Marcus has since progressed his career as a Reliability Engineer, Shift Maintenance Supervisor, and now as a Production Supervisor.

Marcus oversees a broad range of responsibilities regarding safety and environmental management to operational leadership and performance optimization. He says an important part of his day is talking to colleagues ahead of their shifts about safe work practices.

"You get to know them, their stories and what they do outside of work, and I feel a strong responsibility to make sure they go home safe to their families," Marcus says.

Marcus emphasizes that safety is built through leadership, accountability, and creating an environment where employees feel comfortable speaking up.

"It's about recognizing that every decision we make on shift can directly impact someone's wellbeing," he says. "I don't ever want to be in a position where we look back and say something could have been prevented, or we could have done something different to prevent an injury."

Looking ahead, Marcus is encouraged by the company's growing focus on people-centered safety. He highlights increased attention to mental health, fatigue, and overall wellbeing, alongside efforts to foster a blame-free environment where employees feel empowered to report concerns and support one another.

"If we're not running safely, nothing else we do really matters."

A Shared Commitment

As we mark National Safety Month, Ryan, Rob, Alma and Marcus' stories are a powerful reminder that safety is not just about systems and processes-it's about people looking out for one another, learning from experience, and taking action to prevent harm.

Together, by staying disciplined, speaking up, and supporting one another, we can ensure that everyone goes home safe-every shift, every job, every day.