IOSH
Health and Safety Event Asia
11-13 November, Singapore
The Health and Safety Event Asia brought together health and safety professionals from across the region. It was an action-packed three days of discussions on the future of workplace safety.
A look back at the event
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Opening address and IOSH sessions
Our President, Kelly Nicoll CFIOSH, gave a powerful address, alongside Silas Sng, Commissioner for Workplace Safety and Health and Audrina Chua from Ministry of Manpower.
They explored current challenges and opportunities shaping the global and local occupational safety and health landscape.
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Day one sessions
Key topics discussed:
- impact of climate change on workplace safety
- Singapore’s ageing workforce
- managing working at height risks
- health and safety as core values, not just priorities
- smart construction and digital changes in Singapore’s building sector
- AI-powered predictive analytics for proactive safety management
- embedding technology and sustainability into safety culture.
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Networking and celebration
The first day concluded with a special IOSH networking event hosted by Kelly and members of the IOSH Singapore Community, JC Sekar and Will Maiker.
The event celebrated the health and safety community and provided opportunities for professionals to connect, learn and share experiences.
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Day two, health and safety leaders summit
Kelly discussed strategies for achieving a safe and healthy future of work.
IOSH’s Iain McIntosh presented on transforming safety culture for sustained improvement.
Weng Hong Yong from MindForward Alliance Singapore highlighted the importance of fully integrating mental health into safety frameworks.
Why these topics matter
Singapore's smart technology and predictive safety innovations tackle critical challenges as Asia's construction and manufacturing sectors grow rapidly.
