Workplace safety is an issue for all workers, regardless of gender. However, studies and research highlight how women are often exposed to specific risks and discrimination that need special attention.
In fact, women represent a significant share of the workforce in sectors such as health care, education and retail, which are often more exposed to biological, chemical and work-related stress risks. The issue of occupational safety for women thus takes on specific contours, related not only to the nature of the work performed but also to social and cultural factors that influence the perception and management of risk.
SiQ’s approach to safety and gender difference
SiQ, with its commitment to safety and quality in the AEC sector, recognizes the importance of an inclusive, gender-sensitive approach to occupational safety. Through training, consulting and design of safety management systems, we work to ensure that all workers, regardless of gender, can work in a safe and respectful environment.
Strategies for a safe and inclusive work environment
To promote a safe and inclusive work environment, several strategies can be adopted:
- Targeted training: trainings that raise awareness on gender and safety issues, providing appropriate tools to identify and manage specific risks.
- Gender analysis in work risks: Through studies and analysis, make an assessment of how occupational risks may affect genders differently, proposing tailored solutions.
- Promotion of equality policies: support companies in implementing policies that promote gender equality, including in terms of occupational safety and health.
Toward a future of equality and security
March 8 is a time to reflect on how crucial it is to work toward a future in which workplace safety is effectively accessible to all, regardless of gender. We strive daily to be a benchmark in this journey, offering services and solutions that put the person, his or her needs and well-being at the center.
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For those who wish to learn more, it is possible to consult studies and research on the subject published by international bodies and organizations such as theILO (International Labor Organization) or EU-OSHA (European Agency for Safety and Health at Work), which provide up-to-date data and guidelines on occupational safety and gender difference.
SiQ stands by all professionals who, every day, strive to make the workplace a safe and inclusive environment for all.
