Several organisations are going the extra mile to help blue-collar workers this summer. They are offering free classes and health campaigns to ensure that these workers have a safe and productive season.
The Rewaq Ousha Institute and Cultural Centre, an educational institution since 1992, has partnered with the British awarding body, the National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH), to provide free, internationally certified safety training to 3,000 blue-collar workers nationwide.
Meanwhile, a group of doctors called the Association of Kerala Medical and Dental Graduates (AKMG) is set to launch its flagship summer community initiative to raise awareness about the dangers of heat exposure among outdoor workers during the intense summer months. The Beat the Heat campaign, organised in association with the Consulate General of India in Dubai, will offer practical guidance on preventing heat-related illnesses and promote safer work environments.
Earlier this month, UAE’s Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (Mohre) began enforcing a ban on outdoor work under direct sunlight from 12.30pm to 3pm daily for three months to protect workers from the direct sunlight.
The training curriculum covers critical workplace safety topics, including first aid and CPR, emergency response procedures, electrical safety standards and fire prevention and rescue techniques. It will be conducted in multiple languages to ensure accessibility and enhance the professional skills of workers while contributing to safer work environments across industries.
“This initiative directly supports the UAE’s strategic objectives for workforce development and occupational safety,” stated Dr Amina Ajmal of Rewaq Ousha Institute. “By empowering workers with internationally recognised safety certifications, we’re investing in both human capital and workplace standards.” First established in 1992, the educational institute has been at the forefront of providing free classes and conducting charitable activities.
