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National Safety Day 2024: Know history, significance, theme and more

National Safety Day 2024: This day is celebrated every year on March 4, which aims to create safety awareness and take precautionary measures in all sectors

National Safety Day 2024

National Safety Day 2024

Sudeep Singh Rawat New Delhi

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National Safety Day in India is observed every year on March 4, 2024. This day focuses on making safety and precautionary measures a top priority of any sector. It means making the place safe and healthy measures people should also be aware of safety standards that every organisation can adopt. 

Every year, National Safety Day is observed to highlight safety measures and explore ways to make the office a safer place for people. 

This day also signifies the beginning of National Safety Week which is an initiative to foster awareness and commitment to safety across domains. This day is led by the National Safety Council, which is a non-governmental organisation dedicated to advocating road safety, environmental safety and most importantly, human health safety. 
 

National Safety Day: History

The National Safety Council (NSC) of India is at the forefront of promoting occupational safety and health. NSC initiated the National Safety Day in 1972, and it has been observed every year since then. 

The Ministry of Labour and Employment proposed the idea to establish the National Safety Council. Hence, in 1972, National Safety Day was the foundation day of the National Safety Council.

In 1996, the Ministry of Labour and Employment of the Government of India established the Safety Council as a self-financing non-governing body, and then in 20, it was established as a public trust under the Bombay Public Trust Act of 1950.

Many organisations give holidays on this day, encouraging both employees and the public to prioritise safety by following safety guidelines.

National Safety Day 2024 significance

National Safety Day is observed on March 4, every year, and it's an opportunity to start the conversation about safety in places like workplaces, homes, industries, and public areas. 

On this day, people run activities, campaigns and demonstrations to teach people about potential risks and how to prevent accidents in daily lives. It plays a pivotal role in cultivating a culture where everyone takes responsibility for reducing accidents.

On National Safety, individuals and organisations come together to promote safety and honour people who have played key roles in making safety their priority. It inspires others to take such safer actions and become a part of creating a safer atmosphere for all.

What is the date of National Safety Day 2024?

National Safety Day 2024 is celebrated every year on February 4, 2024.

National Safety Day 2024: Theme

The National Safety Day 2024 theme is “Focus on Safety Leadership for ESG Excellence”.

National Safety Day 2024 Quotes

Here are the quotes of National Safety Day 2024:
"Safety is not a gadget but a state of mind." - Eleanor Everet
"The safety of the people shall be the highest law." - Marcus Tullius Cicero
"Safety first is safety always." - Charles M. Hayes
"Precaution is better than cure." - Edward Coke
"Safety brings first aid to the uninjured." - F.S. Hughes
"Your safety is everyone's responsibility."
"Safety is a cheap and effective insurance policy." - Author Unknown
"The best safety lies in fear." - William Shakespeare
"Safety is as simple as ABC - Always Be Careful." - Author Unknown
"An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure." - Benjamin Franklin

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First Published: Mar 04 2024 | 11:19 AM IST

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