The United Nations (UN) reported that approximately 3 million workers die every year due to work-related accidents and diseases.
In the statement made by the UN, it was stated that approximately 3 million workers die every year due to work-related accidents and diseases, and "This alarming statistic shared by the International Labor Organization (ILO) underlines the global challenge of ensuring the health and safety of workers." It was said.
The majority of these deaths occur in developing countries. In these countries, occupational safety standards are generally lower than in developed countries. Workers are forced to work in more dangerous conditions and are less aware of occupational accidents and occupational diseases.
To solve this problem of occupational health and safety, both governments and employers need to take responsibility. Governments should take the necessary measures to strengthen and enforce occupational safety standards. Employers, on the other hand, must take the necessary measures to ensure the occupational safety of their employees.
Important steps are being taken regarding occupational health and safety in Turkey. Occupational safety standards have been significantly improved with the Occupational Health and Safety Law. However, further progress needs to be made in this regard.
Some precautions that can be taken regarding occupational health and safety are:
- Strengthening and implementing occupational safety standards
- Raising awareness of workers about occupational safety
- Conducting risk assessments in workplaces and taking necessary precautions
- Conducting studies to investigate and prevent occupational accidents and occupational diseases
By taking these measures, a significant contribution can be made to solving this problem regarding occupational health and safety.
As a person living in Ankara, I can do my part to raise awareness on this issue. I can attend training on occupational health and safety and provide information about this to my colleagues and those around me. I can also file complaints with the competent authorities to ensure the implementation of occupational safety standards.
Everyone being aware of occupational health and safety and taking responsibility in this regard will contribute to the solution of this problem.