7th Annual GCC Occupational Health Conference 2009

Occupational health and safety have never had such a high profile as they enjoy right now. As OHS professionals, the burden is upon you to live up to the expectations of the Rulers and Governments of our region, the international standard setters and associations, and most importantly of all – the employees for whom you represent the thin red line between a days pay and a life time of pain.

However, with increased responsibility comes increased opportunity. As an OHS practitioner or manager in the GCC you have never been so close to the centre of your organisation; you have never had so much influence over the strategic and operational direction of your business. Decisions made by accountants might control the direction of the ship, but you control the strength behind the oars.