SPSA launches service for registering occupational safety officers

Engineer Majid Al Khumairi affirmed that the authority aims to raise awareness and improve competency in the field of occupational safety and health throughout the emirate. He mentioned that the service includes advanced training programs and specialized workshops held regularly to ensure the skills and knowledge of occupational safety and health officers in Sharjah are up to date.

Engineer Majid Al Khumairi emphasized that safety officers are responsible for overseeing facilities and institutions in the emirate. They must comply with specific standards that ensure the highest levels of safety based on the risk and classification of the facility. The authority aims to provide full support and facilitation to enable government and private entities to efficiently meet these requirements.

Alongside the launch of the new service, the authority has issued a guidebook for "Occupational Safety and Health Officers" that provides comprehensive information about the required qualification standards for officer registration according to the Sharjah Occupational Safety and Health System. The guide aims to promote compliance with local laws and guidelines to ensure a safe and healthy work environment.

Engineer Majid Al Khumairi added that government entities and private facilities classified under levels 3, 4, and 5 are required to appoint a registered safety and health officer through the authority. These entities can access the new guidebook and register for the service by visiting the website of the Sharjah Prevention and Safety Authority, simplifying the compliance process and reinforcing preventive measures in the emirate.