Labour Minister Joseph Hamilton has highlighted the continued emphasis on training individuals to become Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Officers and first responders.
Speaking on the televised program “Budget in Focus,” Minister Hamilton emphasized the critical role of occupational health and safety in national development, especially with the growth of industries such as construction, manufacturing, and oil and gas.
Minister Hamilton stressed the need for a shift in the education system to ensure that professions in the OHS field are developed to meet the increasing demand for such personnel.
The ministry plans to provide continuous training for OHS officers and also work on raising awareness among the general population.
There will be a particular focus on accidents within homes, with plans to initiate a program extending health and safety practices into households.
The Ministry of Labour aims to increase sensitization and training efforts in sectors like mining, forestry, and agriculture.
Minister Hamilton emphasized the importance of having trained personnel in these sectors, especially as first responders, to effectively handle work-related incidents.
The ministry intends to collaborate with the Ministry of Health to enhance first responder capabilities at various sites.
An allocation of 500 million dollars has been set aside for the Labour Ministry, facilitating the expansion of training initiatives across the country.