National Safety Day is observed on March 4 every year to commemorate the foundation of the National Safety Council, which aims to raise awareness about safety measures that need to be undertaken to prevent accidents and mishaps.
The objective of the day is to renew the commitment of employees and the general public to work safely and ensure the integration of a safe and sound work culture and lifestyle.
History
National Safety Day was observed for the first time in 1972, on the foundation day of the National Safety Council.
National Safety Council is a non-profit, self-financing and tripartite apex body at the national level.
It was set up by the Government of India, Ministry of Labour and Employment on 4 March 1965 to generate and develop a voluntary movement on Safety, Health, and Environment. It is an autonomous body.
Significance
Theme of the year
There is a new theme for National Safety Day every year. This year's theme is ‘Sadak Suraksha (Road Safety).’
Quotes on National Safety Day--
- “At the end of the day, the goals are simple: Safety and security." – Jodi Rell, former Governor of Connecticut
- “Nothing is of greater importance than the conservation of human life." – Former U.S. President Calvin Coolidge
- “Shallow men believe in luck; wise and strong men in the cause and effect." – Ralph Waldo Emerson
- “Safety work is today recognized as an economic necessity. It is the study of the right way to do things." – Robert W. Campbell, first president of the National Safety Council.
- Safety brings first aid to the uninjured. – F.S. Hughes
- Government’s first duty and highest obligation is public safety. – Arnold Schwarzenegger.
- "Safety is something that happens between your ears, not something you hold in your hands." – Jeff Cooper.
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