Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – The National Council for Occupational Safety and Health in Saudi Arabia has firmly denied recent reports alleging a rise in worker fatalities due to substandard working conditions. In a statement released Friday, the council clarified that the Kingdom’s work-related fatality rate is 1.12 per 100,000 workers, positioning Saudi Arabia among nations with the lowest rates of workplace deaths globally.
The council highlighted that this achievement has garnered recognition from the International Labour Organization (ILO), which acknowledges Saudi Arabia’s advances in occupational safety and health on its official website. Similar praise has come from other respected organizations, including the International Institute of Risk and Safety Management and the British Safety Council.
Worker safety has been underscored as a core element in Saudi regulations, with initiatives embedded in the Saudi Vision 2030 framework, such as the National Strategic Program for Occupational Safety and Health. Since its launch in 2017, the program has focused on improving safety standards, protocols, and legislation in workplaces across the Kingdom, prioritizing human welfare in development projects.
Additionally, Saudi labor laws mandate that employers provide health insurance covering preventive and therapeutic services for workers. To safeguard against heat-related risks, regulations restrict outdoor work during peak summer hours and ensure that working hours align with international standards, reflecting Saudi Arabia’s commitment to ILO agreements.
The council urged media outlets to verify information and emphasized the importance of credible reporting on workplace safety issues.
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