Each year on 28th April, the World Day for Safety and Health at Work serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of preventing workplace accidents, injuries, and ill health. Organised by the International Labour Organisation (ILO), this day raises awareness of how a proactive, preventive approach can help protect the physical and mental wellbeing of workers across all industries.
Work-related injuries and illnesses impact millions of workers globally each year. From slips and trips to stress and repetitive strain injuries, the consequences can be life-changing for individuals and costly for employers.
World Day for Safety and Health at Work highlights that every employer has a responsibility to create a safe and supportive environment – one that empowers people to do their best work while protecting their health.
How Acorn Supports Workplace Safety and Health
At Acorn Occupational Health, we work with employers every day to put proactive, practical measures in place to safeguard health and prevent issues before they arise. Here’s how our key services support your responsibilities and build a healthier workforce:
For employees working in roles with potential exposure to health risks (e.g. noise, vibration, chemicals or dust), health surveillance is a legal requirement and a vital tool in early detection.
We offer a range of health checks that can help identify problems early, monitor exposure-related symptoms, and ensure ongoing compliance with health and safety legislation – helping you protect your people and your business.
Poor workstation setup, manual handling risks, or physical strain can lead to musculoskeletal issues, lost productivity, and long-term absence. Our ergonomic assessments, including Process Ergonomic Assessments, Functional Capacity Assessments and Display Screen Assessments, identify potential issues and offer clear, practical recommendations to reduce risk and improve comfort.
We help employees work in ways that are safer, more efficient, and tailored to their individual needs – whether they’re office-based, remote or in physically demanding roles.
When an employee is struggling with a health concern – whether physical or mental – knowing how to support them safely can be challenging. Through our management referral services, we provide expert, impartial occupational health advice. This helps to guide decisions on fitness for work, adjustments, and return-to-work planning.
Our goal is to help employers navigate complex cases with care, confidence, and compliance – therefore improving outcomes for everyone involved.
A Safe Workplace is a Successful Workplace
This World Day for Safety and Health at Work, we’re encouraging all organisations to take a moment to reflect on their approach to health and safety.
Whether it’s putting preventive measures in place, assessing workstations, or offering timely support to struggling staff, small actions make a big difference.
Let’s work together to create safer, healthier, more resilient workplaces – not just on April 28th, but every day.
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