Organised by the Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) Council, and supported by the Ministry of Manpower (MOM), the National Trades Union Congress and the Singapore National Employers Federation, the annual National WSH Campaign sets the stage for the nation’s year-long outreach efforts to promote safety and health in workplaces. This year’s Campaign focuses on “Reporting Saves Lives”.
Launched on 23 May 2023, the National WSH Campaign 2023 calls on every individual, including employers, workers and members of the public, to do their part in looking out for the safety and health of workers by reporting unsafe situations at the workplace.
In his Welcome Address, Mr Abu Bakar Mohd Nor, Chairman of the WSH Council, called on:
- Employers to set up an internal reporting system for their workers to report unsafe situations;
- Workers to inform their supervisor/ employer, or union leader, or the MOM should they spot unsafe practices or conditions; and
- Members of the public to report to the MOM safety lapses that they witness at workplaces.
In his Opening Address, Mr Zaqy Mohamad, Senior Minister of State for Manpower, announced the nation’s exit from the Heightened Safety Period, and the introduction of SAFE (Safety Accountability, Focus and Empowerment) measures to strengthen the WSH ecosystem and the roles of each stakeholder in uplifting WSH.
Campaign Resources and Microsite
Watch the Campaign video to see how a worker shows care for his co-workers by keeping a lookout for workplace risks and reporting them immediately to his supervisor. Find out how the employer reminds his employees to work together in making their workplace safe for everyone.
Download and share the Campaign poster with your employees and visit the Campaign microsite for more information on the National WSH Campaign 2023.
Resources for Employers
Companies are encouraged to build a culture of trust with your workers, so that they are comfortable in informing you of any unsafe situations. Assure your workers that their safety matters to you by addressing their feedback and taking action promptly.
Here are some resources to help you get started on this journey:
- The Approved Code of Practice on Chief Executives’ and Board of Directors’ WSH Duties
- Guide to Near Miss Reporting
Source: WSH Council
