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It also aims to encourage departments to establish a safe and healthy working environment that
complies with the pertinent conditions and standards to guarantee that relevant risks are ready to be
addressed or reduced.

The guide was created by the Department under ‘The Government of Dubai Human Resources
Management Law No. 8 of 2018,’ and in accordance with the Military Human Resources Legislation
in the Emirate of Dubai.

Further, the DGHR is responsible for implementing the manual and providing the resources required
to achieve the objectives of various significant programs and initiatives.

His Excellency Abdullah Ali Bin Zayed Al Falasi, Director General of Dubai Government Human
Resources Department, explained that the guide aims to ensure compliance with pertinent laws,
regulations, and standards, effective management of occupational health and safety risks, and the
development of relevant key performance indicators (KPIs).

These KPIs will be used to assess the impact of implementing health, occupational safety, and
environmental policies, carrying out initiatives and programs, enhancing institutional capacity
building, as well as introducing a culture of health, occupational safety, and environmental risk
management in the Department.

HE Al Falasi said: “The launch of the ‘Guide of Health, Occupational Safety and the Environment in
the Government of Dubai’ represents a significant step in line with our wise leadership’s ambitious
vision for the future. Furthermore, it is part of our ongoing efforts to achieve excellence within
government performance as well as enhance happiness and productivity in the working
environment. This manual demonstrates our commitment to the highest standards of quality and
excellence, intending to deliver a secure and healthy work environment that upholds environmental
sustainability and inspires innovation among employees. We are confident that implementing this
handbook will result in the establishment of a strong culture of prevention and risk management,
making our institutions more equipped and prepared to handle future challenges and advance
sustainable growth.”

“Investing in occupational health, safety, and environment is a significant investment in human
capital, which is our most valuable resource, and emphasises Dubai’s position as a global city that
seeks to achieve the highest standards of happiness and well-being for its citizens.” Al Falasi added.

The guide comprises six chapters, including the general framework of the Health, Occupational
Safety and Environment Manual, Occupational Health and Safety Management, Risk Management,
Job Well-being, Office Work Environment and Models.

Further, the manual includes seven main pillars – including legislative and regulatory compliance,
the provision of system-related resources, establishment of an occupational and environmental
health and safety culture, awareness-raising and training, stakeholder engagement, accountability,
and transparency.

It also outlines the roles and responsibilities of several stakeholders involved, including the
Department of Human Resources, the relevant organisational unit, and the employee.

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