World Day for Safety and Health at Work 2025

April 28 marks the World Day for Safety and Health at Work.

2025 Theme: "Revolutionizing health and safety: the role of AI and digitalization at work"

This year's focus shifts from last year's climate change emphasis to exploring how AI and digital technologies can transform workplace safety practices. Exploring how technological advancements are revolutionizing occupational safety practices, with particular relevance for high-risk industries.

New digital tools are reshaping safety through remote monitoring systems that detect unsafe conditions, wearable technology that alerts workers to hazards, and simulation platforms that provide risk-free training environments. For example, commercial roofing companies can now implement drone inspections to eliminate the need for dangerous manual assessments of damaged areas.

The evolution of work arrangements, including remote project management and digital coordination platforms, has created both opportunities and challenges for roofing safety protocols. These technologies allow supervisors to oversee multiple job sites simultaneously while maintaining strict safety standards.

The ILO will publish comprehensive research examining these developments, evaluating technology's potential to enhance safety, and showcasing collaborative approaches between contractors, equipment manufacturers, and safety organizations to address emerging risks.

For commercial roofing professionals, embracing these digital innovations represents not just compliance with safety standards, but a commitment to protecting their most valuable asset—their workforce.

For more information, visit the ILO website.