The Ministry noted that if workers don’t meet the occupational fitness requirements after the check-up, they won’t be allowed to continue their job. The management must then take steps to change their role.
Two of the most stigmatized and impactful aspects of women’s wellbeing—menstrual pain and miscarriage—still lack recognition in the workplace. It's time for organisations to move beyond taboo and create inclusive wellness policies that truly support women.
Health and safety protocols are not just paperwork for HR and workplace safety trainers; they represent a commitment that requires effective implementation and active participation from all employees (at all levels) to make workplace safety a top priority.
The ‘After Eid, Insha Allah’ is a reminder that sometimes, we as humans need to prioritise and recalibrate. It's not a delay, but an opportunity—to pause, realign, and prepare to move forward with renewed energy.
In the Middle East, cultural shifts and policies like four-day workweek and reduced work hours reflect growing support for work-life balance, though challenges remain.