Phase IFoundation
Background
Overview
UPSC cares about OSH as it's a critical aspect of social justice, labour welfare, economic development, and governance. Industrial accidents highlight regulatory failures, the plight of vulnerable workers, and the need for effective policy implementation and enforcement.
Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) refers to the laws, standards, and programs aimed at protecting the safety, health, and welfare of people engaged in work. In India, OSH is governed by various statutes and regulations, including the recently enacted Labour Codes, aiming to prevent workplace accidents, injuries, and illnesses.