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well-being. These factors have a positive influence on employees’ performance and society at
large, as well as contributes to achieving institutional goals.

The ‘Guide of Health, Occupational Safety and Environment in the Government of Dubai’ 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. It was prepared with the objective of cultivating a culture for effectively

managing risks of occupational health, safety, and environment. Additionally, 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. DGHR is responsible for implementing this manual and providing the

resources required for achieving the objectives of various significant programs and initiatives.

His Excellency Abdullah Ali Bin Zayed Al Falasi, Director General of Dubai Government
Human Resources Department, highlighted the significance of this guide, which mirrors the

UAE’s innovative approach. H.E. added that it also reflects the ambitious vision of the wise
leadership to promote a positive workplace environment across various fields that serve

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

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