AMMAN –
The
Ministry of Labor has introduced two new regulations for occupational
safety and health, set to take effect next month. The regulations represent a notable
development of the
work environment system and are
part of the Ministry's commitment to providing a safe and healthy work
environment for workers in the private sector.
اضافة اعلان
The two
regulations, named "Medical Preventive and Treatment Care for Workers in
Institutions for the year 2023" and "
Occupational Safety and Health
and Prevention of Occupational Hazards in Institutions for the year 2023,"
were recently published and can be reviewed on the Ministry’s website,
Addustour reported.
Medical and preventive care for workersThe first
regulation, "Medical Preventive and Treatment Care for Workers in
Institutions for the year 2023," aims to establish legal provisions for
occupational health standards in line with international practices. It
emphasizes providing medical and preventive care for workers to minimize
workplace injuries, occupational diseases, and their related impacts. Regular
medical examinations for workers are part of this regulation to ensure their
safety in the
work environment.
The new legislationEmployers
employing 50 workers or more are mandated to establish a medical unit within
the institution and its branches to provide medical and health care. Meanwhile,
employers with fewer than 50 workers must ensure medical, preventive, and
treatment care by sending an employee for certified first aid training.
Promote workers’ well-being
Furthermore,
the regulation requires employers to appoint medical staff based on the economic
activity's risk level and workforce size. A specialized medical paramedic
category is also introduced to enhance
medical care for workers. To promote
workers' well-being, the regulation emphasizes the need for employers to
consider the health condition of specific worker categories, such as pregnant
women and persons with disabilities.
Preventive proceduresThe second
regulation, "Occupational Safety and Health and Prevention of Occupational
Hazards in Institutions for the year 2023," aims to define preventive
procedures and measures to protect workers in economic establishments from
occupational hazards, accidents, and occupational diseases in line with
international standards.
Employers
with at least 20 workers are obligated to establish a policy for occupational
safety and health, following the Ministry's approved model. They are also
required to conduct a risk assessment of occupational hazards in the work
environment to ensure worker safety.
Employers must monitor and report
Under the
regulation, employers must monitor and report work-related accidents or
potential accidents promptly. Additionally, employers should create emergency
plans within their institutions to handle unforeseen incidents. The regulation
emphasizes facilitating access for workers with disabilities to protect them
from workplace hazards.
The
Ministry's spokesperson, Mohammed Al-Zyoud, stated that these regulations mark
a notable step towards creating
safer work environments and protecting the
well-being of workers. With their implementation, the Ministry aims to enhance
productivity, reduce downtime, and ensure the overall well-being of the
workforce in various economic establishments.
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