On Monday, April 28, 2025, the Indian Red Cross Society, Punjab State Branch, Chandigarh, celebrated World Day for Safety and Health at Work at its office premises. The event’s theme, “Revolutionising Health and Safety: The Role of AI and Digitalisation at Work” highlighted the importance of workplace safety and health, aiming to promote safety awareness and prevent work-related injuries and illnesses.
Under the guidance of Sh. Shivdular Singh Dhillon, Secretary, IAS (Retd.), the event featured talks from esteemed speakers, including:
1. Dr. Vinod Kumar, Head of Sociology Dept, P.U, Chandigarh.
2. Adv. Mandeep Kaur, providing legal aid in District Court and High Court Chandigarh.
3. Dr. Amrit Kaur Virk, Professor & Head, Community Medicine,AIMS,6Phase,Mohali
4. Mr. Amrinder Singh, Firefighter, Fire & Rescue Services, Chandigarh.
The speakers shared their expertise on various aspects, including:
– Workplace safety protocols and best practices
– Legal frameworks and regulations governing workplace safety
– Health promotion and disease prevention in the workplace
– Emergency response and fire safety measures
Through their presentations, the speakers contributed to the event’s objectives, fostering a culture of safety and health at work. The celebration aimed to raise awareness about the importance of workplace safety and health, encouraging participants to prioritize these aspects in their respective workplaces.
