The Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) Council was formed on 1 April 2008. It is an industry-led Statutory Body that is based in Singapore. It is a step-up from its precursor, the Workplace Safety and Health Advisory Committee (WSHAC) formed in September 2005. The WSHC is endowed with statutory powers.
The WSHC comprises 17 leaders from the major industry sectors (including construction, manufacturing, marine industries, petrochemicals and logistics), the Government, unions and professionals from the legal, insurance and academic fields.
Under the WSHC, seven industry committees, three taskforces and two workgroups have been formed to address the specific WSH challenges in their respective sectors:
Construction and Landscape CommitteeChemical Industries CommitteeHealthcare CommitteeHospitality & Entertainment Industries CommitteeLogistics and Transport CommitteeMarine Industries CommitteeMetalworking and Manufacturing CommitteeChemical Management & GHS Hazard Communication TaskforceCrane Safety TaskforceWork at Height Safety TaskforceInsurance WorkgroupFacilities Management WorkgroupThree functional committees were formed to identify, champion, and implement initiatives in the following areas:
Engagement and Outreach;Industry Capability Building; andWorkplace Health referenceEver curious about what that abbreviation stands for? fullforms has got them all listed out for you to explore. Simply,Choose a subject/topic and get started on a self-paced learning journey in a world of fullforms.
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