Safety + Health for All - Publications

Research Manual - Assessment of the implementation of fundamental principles and rights at work in the workplace

23 November 2023

This handbook is a practical guide for development practitioners to assess the realization of the five fundamental principles and rights at work in the workplace and design evidence-based interventions.
Safety + Health for All - Programme Evaluation Highlights

06 November 2023

The strategic evaluation took stock of progress since the programme inception in 2016 and provided orientation moving forward.

Hazardous exposures to plastics in the world of work

19 September 2023

Plastics are found in all aspects of modern life, including the world of work. Workers in numerous industries use plastics during the course of their work and may therefore be at risk of harmful chemical exposures, depending on the variety of plastic and type of exposure.
Exposure to lead in the world of work: Impacts for occupational safety and health

15 September 2023

Lead is a highly toxic heavy metal, whose widespread use in many industries has impacted the health of numerous workers globally. Exposure to this hazardous metal can severely damage body systems and organs, leading to disability, life-long illness and even death. Workers in many sectors are exposed, including those in used lead-acid battery (ULAB) recycling, construction, painting, mining and smelting.

Chemicals and climate change in the world of work: Impacts for occupational safety and health

05 July 2023

The impacts of climate change extend beyond the environment, impacting the world of work and posing significant challenges to the sound management of chemicals. This report examines the interconnectedness of climate change, chemicals and the world of work, discussing common risks and hazards and exploring action to be taken at the national and workplace level toward mitigating these risks.

Executive Summary - Occupational safety and health professionals at the workplace level

15 May 2023

A review of qualification systems and regulatory approaches in selected countries
Occupational safety and health professionals at the workplace level

05 May 2023

A review of qualification systems and regulatory approaches in selected countries

Advancing Safety & Health at Work - Japan contribution

11 April 2023

This fact sheet highlights key results achieved in the field of safety and health at work through seven projects funded by the Government of Japan in 2021-2022.

Safety + Health for All publications catalogue

22 December 2022

The document compiles publications produced in the framework of the flagship programme as of 2022 covering various topics related to safety and health at work.

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