Amman, Oct. 14 (Petra) – The East Amman Industrial Investors Association (EAIIA) launched on Tuesday the Learning Community for Occupational Safety and Health in the Private Sector, under the Employment in Jordan 2030 project, implemented by the German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ) and funded by the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ).

The EAIIA’s Managing Director, Ahmed Doghmash, held an introductory session with the participation of representatives of industrial companies and occupational safety specialists. He highlighted the association’s role in supporting initiatives that promote a safe and sustainable work environment in factories and industrial facilities, and in raising awareness of occupational safety and health standards as a key component of corporate culture.

Doghmash said the association, through partnerships with local and international institutions, seeks to empower human resources in the industrial sector and enhance their technical and administrative skills in line with Jordanian legislation and international standards. He stressed that investing in occupational safety is a strategic choice that protects workers and strengthens production sustainability and quality.

For her part, Areej Khasawneh, the GIZ Employment in Jordan 2030 Project Representative, stressed the importance of cooperation with the association to improve occupational safety and health services. She said the Association and the GIZ will implement training programs, advisory services, and awareness sessions, and activate the "Occupational Safety and Health Learning Community" as a platform for exchanging knowledge and expertise among safety representatives in the industrial and service sectors.

She added that the community provides an opportunity to build capacity and enhance technical competence in occupational safety, contributing to improved working conditions, reduced costs, and higher productivity, which will positively impact the sustainability of the private sector.

Occupational Safety and Health Advisor Muhammad Othman gave a presentation on the importance of investing in safety practices to boost productivity and minimize operational risks, emphasizing that compliance with safety standards is an investment in institutional sustainability.

//Petra// NQ