Green April: safe behavior is also a habit!

During the month, our company will promote internal actions and on social media around Green April, a movement in favor of worker health and safety.

We believe it is important to put this issue on the agenda, as it is through information that we can expand this movement and make many people and companies pay attention to the well-being and safety of their workers.

Why the month of April?

April was chosen because it is when important dates occur that, in a certain way, contribute to giving voice to the movement.

The first of these is World Day for Safety and Health at Work (April 28). Established in 2003 by the ILO (International Labour Organization), this date commemorates a work accident that occurred in 1969, which took the lives of 78 workers in a mine in the state of Virginia, in the United States.

In Brazil, since 2005, through Law No. 11,121, this same day is also used to indicate the National Day in Memory of Victims of Accidents and Occupational Diseases.

Another date is World Health Day (April 7). Established by the World Health Organization, it seeks to promote the health and well-being of people in all aspects of their lives in society, including work.

The importance of supporting the movement

Supporting this means fighting for a healthier, accident-free workplace. Although this movement gained more momentum in April, its principles must be disseminated every day. Whether by exchanging information in the workplace itself or even by sharing this information on social media.

With everyone doing their part, we protect the health of our colleagues and can go further and further.

Tips for promoting a safer work environment

– Use the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided by the company when carrying out your work.

– Share safety information with your colleagues, especially new ones.

– Keep your work environment organized, without leaving objects lying around or scattered on the floor.

– Don’t take risks by improvising tools or processes. If necessary, communicate so that safe solutions can be provided.

– Always keep circulation areas, emergency exits and access to fire extinguishers clear.

– Do not smoke in prohibited areas.

– Pay attention to your posture, especially if you spend a lot of time sitting down.

– Follow all guidelines to combat COVID-19.