This year's theme, "Advancing Construction H&S into the Future,: aims to brings together key stakeholders to address pressing occupational health and safety (OHS) issues shaping the construction sector, says the company.

Safetember, FEM's flagship initiative launched in 2015, remains dedicated to raising awareness and reducing accident rates in South Africa's construction industry. Each year, the conference aims to provide a platform for government officials, industry leaders, experts and practitioners to share strategies, innovations and practical measures to improve workplace safety, adds the company.

Event Highlights

The 2025 programme will feature a line-up of sessions and launches, including:

  • Keynote Address from the Department of Employment and Labour.
  • Regulatory Updates on the Draft Construction Regulations.
  • Launch of new resources, including the FEM Prevention Programme and the IWH Fall Protection Planner E-Learning Tool.
  • Panel discussions exploring Mental Health in Construction and the Role of AI & Digitisation in Health and Safety.
  • Case Studies focusing on the Top 5 Leading Causes of Accidents, providing practical approaches to prevention.

The Safetember platform aims to highlight regulatory and technological developments but also encourages collaboration across the industry. Attendees have the opportunity to gain direct insights into national safety priorities, cutting-edge technologies and best practices that can be implemented across construction sites in South Africa, says the company.

Pre-Interviews Available

Media representatives are encouraged to arrange pre-interviews with keynote speakers and panellists for deeper context and coverage opportunities ahead of the event, concludes the company.

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