The Municipality of Abu Dhabi City, represented by the Municipal Services Sector, has called on entities operating in the construction and building sector to fully adhere to the Abu Dhabi Occupational Safety and Health System Framework. The municipality underscored the importance of providing optimal working environments that guarantee the highest standards of safety and security for all workers in this vital sector and communities surrounding construction sites.
This initiative was highlighted during an awareness workshop conducted virtually via Microsoft Teams by the Environment, Health, and Safety Department. The workshop is part of the municipality’s ongoing efforts to promote awareness and understanding of occupational health and safety laws and regulations. It also aims to strengthen communication and coordination with representatives of the construction and building sectors to foster best practices for safe and healthy work environments.
The workshop specifically targeted construction entities, particularly contractors whose health and safety management systems have recently been approved. Its objective was to familiarize these entities with the requirements of the Abu Dhabi Occupational Safety and Health System Framework, focusing on the following areas:
1- The general framework and organizational structure of the Abu Dhabi Occupational Safety and Health System.
2- Roles and responsibilities of entities in implementing the system, based on risk classification.
3- An introduction to the electronic performance system of the Abu Dhabi Occupational Safety and Health System, including reporting incidents and submitting mandatory forms through the electronic platform in compliance with Abu Dhabi’s health and safety requirements.
Following the presentation of the framework’s key elements, the Environment, Health, and Safety Department facilitated a discussion with representatives from the construction and building sectors. The debate centered on optimal methods for implementing these requirements, with the primary goal of safeguarding lives and property. The workshop also addressed participants' questions and explored potential challenges they might face during implementation, such as those related to automating monitoring processes. Practical solutions were proposed to address these challenges effectively.