BHOS, Ministry of Labor and Social Protection hold joint presentation
Baku, July 12, AZERTAC
Baku Higher Oil School (BHOS) and Ministry of Labor and Social Protection of the Population of Azerbaijan have conducted a joint presentation of Vision Zero (“zero fatality, serious casualty and occupational disease”) concept developed by International Social Security Association (ISSA). Vision Zero aims to engage companies worldwide to systematically cut down on occupational accidents and diseases by investing in a healthy and motivated workforce.
The participants in the event included BHOS Rector Elmar Gasimov, ISSA president Joachim Breuer, Deputy Minister of Labor and Social Protection of the Population of Azerbaijan Matin Karimli, managers and heads of the ministry’s departments, and representatives from companies operating in the country.
In his opening remarks, Elmar Gasimov emphasized that regardless of the causes of industrial accidents they lead to serious consequences for both employees and organizations. Speaking about the importance of the prevention of accidents and occupational diseases and raising public awareness of the subject, the Rector welcomed the ISSA new initiative and thanked the management of the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection of the Population for organizing the presentation at the Higher School.
Deputy Minister of Labor and Social Protection of the Population Matin Karimli said that industrial accidents occur when safety rules, procedures and regulations are violated. He emphasized that the occupational injuries can be avoided by creating safe working conditions, undertaking preventive measures and raising awareness of issues related to health and safety at industrial facilities. “These are the main goals of the Vision Zero concept, and we need to take practical steps to make this vision a reality,” said Matin Karmili. Highlighting the Ministry’s activities in this field, he noted that the Ministry constantly improves monitoring of the working conditions in industries based on innovative methods and conducts necessary prevention work and awareness raising campaigns.
Then the president of the International Social Security Association, Director General of the German Social Accident Insurance (DGUV) Joachim Breuer made a presentation about the Vision Zero concept.
“This initiative stands for the belief that any workplace accident or a disease is not bad luck or predetermined but has specific causes,” he said. In his words, ISSA launches Vision Zero, which is the first ever global campaign for zero accidents, diseases and harm at work, to improve safety, health and wellbeing of employees around the world. The ISSA president also spoke about Seven Golden Rules provided by Vision Zero to companies and organizations to support a more systematic and integrated approach to prevention. “Together with the other campaign material they form a practical toolbox for companies to build a strong workplace prevention culture,” said Joachim Breuer. Following the presentation, he responded to numerous questions.
In conclusion, rector Elmar Gasimov awarded ISSA president Joachim Breuer with the BHOS Honorary Guest Diploma. After the presentation, the guests were given a tour around the campus and acquainted with the conditions created there for students, its modern training laboratories and education, sports and leisure facilities.
Founded in 1927, the International Social Security Association is the world’s leading international organization for social security institutions, government departments and agencies. The ISSA promotes excellence in social security administration through professional guidelines, expert knowledge and support to enable its members to develop dynamic social security systems and policy throughout the world.
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