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23rd World Congress on Safety and Health at Work
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From Crocodiles to Kitchens: Exploring the Crucial Interplay of Context and Place in OSH

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Ever wondered if a crocodile handler in the remote terrains of Australia’s Outback has similar OSH concerns as a ranch hand in the USA? What about the differences between a bread maker working from their home and a commercial bakery? This symposium unravels the necessity to contextualise OSH guidelines to match the realities of diverse workplaces, the people, and the tools they use. 

Context, location, the people involved, and their unique working methods are vital when establishing OSH guidelines and protections. These elements don't just determine the specific hazards and risks in a workplace, but they also shape the effectiveness of OSH guidelines. 

Are you ready to dive deep into these pivotal aspects? Whether it's grappling with the OSH challenges of working with crocodiles or brainstorming better methods to manage mental health through work design, this event promises to be enlightening, engaging, and instrumental in helping you shape effective OSH solutions for any workplace.