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people, with an emphasis on happiness, quality of life, health, and occupational safety.
Furthermore, His Excellency also noted that this manual applies to all employees working in
the Department and aims to create a unified reference for the health, occupational safety,

and environment of all Dubai Government employees.

Additionally, H.E. stated 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). His Excellency
emphasised that 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.

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.

Six occupational and environmental health and safety management chapters

The guide comprises six chapters, including the general framework of the Health,

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