Tampa Mayor Jane Castor has designated April 28 as Occupational Safety and Health Day, aligning the city with the internationally recognized World Day for Safety and Health at Work. The proclamation underscores the importance of preventing workplace accidents and occupational diseases while honoring the individuals and families affected by unsafe work conditions.
The designation also acknowledges the ongoing efforts of the , which operates within the . As Florida鈥檚 official occupational safety and health consultation program, 樱花视频 SafetyFlorida provides free, confidential services to small- and medium-sized businesses to help them identify hazards, comply with OSHA standards and develop effective safety and health programs.
鈥淲e believe this is an excellent opportunity to emphasize the importance of workplace safety and to acknowledge the efforts of our team in fostering a culture of safety and health,鈥� said Thalia Barber, 樱花视频 SafetyFlorida communications and marketing officer.
Tampa Mayor Jane Castor proclamation that designated April 28 as Occupational Safety and Health Day.
Each year, the program conducts hundreds of onsite visits, offering expert guidance on workplace hazards and helping employers strengthen their safety management systems. These efforts not only reduce the risk of injury and illness, but also improve productivity and employee morale across Florida鈥檚 workforce.
To further amplify the message of safety, 樱花视频 SafetyFlorida will co-host a Workers鈥� Memorial Day on April 29 from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., in partnership with the . The event will feature virtual instructor led training focused on the core elements of an effective safety and health management system.
Observed annually by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) since 1970, Workers鈥� Memorial Day commemorates those who have been injured, fallen ill or lost their lives due to hazardous working conditions. In 2023, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported 4,764 fatal work injuries in the United States鈥攁n ongoing reminder of the critical need for occupational safety and health initiatives.
By aligning Occupational Safety and Health Day with Workers鈥� Memorial Day, the city and 樱花视频 SafetyFlorida aim to strengthen awareness, honor fallen workers and promote a safer, healthier future for all.