THE Ministry of Labour has announced that Occupational Safety and Health Month will once again be observed in Guyana during April 2025, with Occupational Safety and Health Day scheduled for April 28, 2025.

This year’s theme is “Revolutionising health and safety: the role of AI and digitalisation at work,” aligning with the International Labour Organization’s (ILO) proposed theme for the World Day for Safety and Health at Work 2025.

Artificial Intelligence (AI), which enables computers and machines to simulate human learning, problem-solving, and decision-making, will be a central focus of this year’s observance. The ILO emphasises the impact of emerging technologies on worker safety and health, particularly how advancements like AI, machine learning, and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) can influence occupational safety.

The theme will also explore new work practices, including task automation, big data analysis, and management through smart digital systems. It aims to highlight how the digital transformation of work can foster safe and healthy working environments and to examine the responses from governments, employers, and workers to these emerging challenges.

To commemorate the observance, the Occupational Safety and Health Department of the Ministry of Labour is encouraging employers, workers’ organisations, and key stakeholders to develop and implement programmes that promote awareness of Occupational Safety and Health, particularly emphasising safety as a right at work. Special focus will be directed towards enhancing safety in the mining, construction, and agricultural sectors to prevent workplace accidents and fatalities.

The launch of Occupational Safety and Health Month will take place on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, by Minister of Labour, Joseph Hamilton. Additionally, the Annual OSH Walk for Georgetown is set for Sunday, April 27, 2025.

Organisations are invited to share their plans and programmes for the observance of Occupational Safety and Health Month and Day by March 15, 2025. For further inquiries, contact the Ministry of Labour at telephone numbers 225-7008, 225-8801, or 225-8803, or email osh.events@labour.gov.gy.