World Day for Safety and Health at Work in 2012:
The theme of the World Day for Safety and Health at Work in 2012 is “Promoting safety and health in a green economy”. The “green economy” has become an emblem of a more sustainable economy and society that preserves the environment for future generations. The advance towards a “green economy” creating “green jobs” and “greening” current industries, production processes and jobs has become a key element for achieving environmentally sustainable economic and social development. However, even if certain jobs are considered to be “green”, the technologies used may protect the environment but not be safe at all.
As the green economy develops, it is essential that safety and health at work are integrated into green jobs policies. This implies integrating risk assessment and management measures in the life cycle analysis of all green jobs. The protection for workers’ health and safety and the protection of the environment should be intrinsically linked to ensure a comprehensive approach to sustainable development.
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World Day for Safety and Health at Work