Workplace Wellness: Prioritizing Health and Safety for Everyone

Labour Day, celebrated on May 1, highlights the essential contributions of workers within the economy. This year's Saint Lucia theme, "Revolutionising health and safety: the role of AI and digitalisation at work," is relevant in today’s tech-focused society. However, core issues like ensuring universal workplace safety must not be overlooked. Notably, sanitation workers often lack necessary protective equipment. Meanwhile, construction workers on local sites are frequently unprotected. Despite advancements in workers’ rights, prioritizing health and safety remains critical for productivity and well-being. Employers must acknowledge safeguarding workers as a fundamental right.