Jammu, April 27 -- What World Day for Safety and Health at Work represents

Every year on April 28th, workplaces around the world commemorate World Day for Safety and Health at Work. This important occasion serves as a reminder of the vital need to prioritize worker wellbeing. From highlighting pressing issues to celebrating progress made, the day encourages continual efforts to foster a culture of safety. As we approach the 2024 observance, it is an opportune time to reflect on both its history and significance.

Established in 2003 by the International Labour Organization (ILO), the day has its roots in the Occupational Safety and Health Convention of 1971. Through this seminal agreement, ILO members formally recognized the right of all...