The International Labour Organization (ILO) released a report in 2022 focusing on the issue of workplace safety and health, specifically regarding biological hazards. The report emphasises the growing significance of addressing these hazards in various industries and the urgent need for comprehensive measures to protect workers across the globe.

To provide input on this critical issue, PSI (Public Services International) is encouraging all affiliated unions to respond to a survey, particularly those representing members in the health and care services. The survey aims to gather information to inform discussions at the 112th and 113th International Labour Conferences in 2024 and 2025, which will focus on establishing a new standard or instrument on biohazards to promote safer and healthier working environments globally.

By completing this survey, Fórsa members can share their valuable insights and voice their opinions and experiences regarding the risk of occupational exposure to biological hazards, and the measures in place to prevent it.

The survey results will be used to identify where improvements can be made in raising awareness and applying measures to protect healthcare workers.

The survey can be completed by following this link and returning it to this email and copy the PSI at biohazardssurvey@world-psi.org.

The survey closes on the 31st of July 2023.

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