Sharjah Police launch proactive team to enforce workplace safety

Sharjah: Sharjah Police has launched a specialised proactive team to register companies and train them on the Sharjah Occupational Safety and Health System, in a move aimed at raising compliance levels and improving preventive practices across all sectors.

The initiative, announced by the General Directorate of Prevention and Safety, focuses on conducting field visits to identify and register unregistered companies, while delivering a comprehensive package of specialised training programmes and technical consultations.

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Officials said the move is designed to reduce workplace incidents, enhance employee safety, and strengthen the sustainability of work environments.

Brigadier Dr Ahmed Saeed Al Naour, Director General of the General Directorate of Prevention and Safety department at Sharjah Police, said the team reflects an integrated vision to shift from reactive responses to a proactive prevention model.

“This is about guiding companies to meet approved requirements and strengthening their readiness to handle occupational risks using modern, applied scientific methodologies,” he said, noting that the approach supports business continuity while safeguarding workers.

He added that the team will focus on raising awareness of best occupational safety and health standards and ensuring their effective implementation, leading to safer workplaces and fewer occupational accidents.

Colonel Jassim bin Talai’a, Director of the Accreditation and Training Department at Sharjah Police, described the initiative as a key pillar in strengthening the emirate’s preventive security system.

He stressed that promoting a culture of safety is a shared responsibility among all stakeholders, adding that “investing in prevention is an investment in people” and a core element in improving quality of life across society.

He urged institutions and companies to actively engage with the proactive team and benefit from its services, saying this would help achieve full compliance with approved regulations.

The initiative also aligns with Sharjah’s broader strategic direction to reinforce occupational safety systems and protect human resources across the emirate.