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 themes discussed included:
- climate change and its impact on workplace safety
- advancements in artificial intelligence and technology
- challenges posed by Singapore's ageing population
- the importance of viewing health and safety as core values, not just priorities
- strategies for conquering working at height hazards
- smart construction and digital transformation in Singapore's construction sector.
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Other day one sessions
- Strategies for conquering working at height hazards.
- Smart construction and digital transformation in Singapore's construction sector.
- AI-powered prevention and predictive analytics for proactive safety management
workplace falls prevention. - Embedding sustainability, technology and culture into safety management.
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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 continues to lead the region in workplace safety innovation, with a strong focus on technology adoption and zero-harm initiatives. As Asia's construction and manufacturing sectors grow rapidly, the integration of smart technologies and predictive safety tools is becoming essential. These sessions addressed the challenges and opportunities facing health and safety professionals across the region today.
