World Day for Safety and Health at Work raises awareness of the importance of safe and healthy workplaces. Established by the International Labour Organization, the day promotes prevention of workplace injuries and illness, shared responsibility between employers and workers, and practical action to protect wellbeing at work.

Event Suggestions:
• Run a workplace or classroom safety checklist activity
• Discuss how safe systems protect workers’ health and wellbeing
• Create posters about preventing hazards and supporting safe work