Every year, people mark World Day for Safety and Health at Work on April 28 to promote workplace safety and foster a healthy work environment in all sectors.
This day was initiated by the International Labour Organisation (ILO) in 2003, aiming to advocate for workplace safety standards and prioritizing employee well-being by bringing awareness about work-related casualties and ailments.
The
world of work is rapidly evolving due to AI, technology, and digitalization; by
addressing both the advantages and challenges it presents, the campaign will
also explore how these factors are influencing and transforming labour trends,
enabling the creation of safer and healthier workplaces for everyone on a
global scale.
World Day for Safety and Health at Work is for everyone, not just office workers, including those who work in factories, farms, hospitals, schools, and construction sites.
It promotes communication
between governments, employees, and other stakeholders to establish and
implement occupational safety and health (OSH) rules and practices.
It emphasizes that everyone,
regardless of where they work, has the right to a safe and healthy workplace,
with the day serving as a reminder to promote workplace safety and the
necessity of avoiding work-related illnesses or accidents.
