International Vision Zero Workshop at JCB India Limited, Jaipur

Indo German Cooperation for Safety Health and Wellbeing (IGC-SHW) Noida in collaboration with DGUV Germany, International Social Security Association (ISSA) successfully concluded a workshop on creating accident-free and safe workplaces through the “Vision Zero” system at JCB India, Mahindra Word City, Jaipur on 20 August 2025. The main objective of this workshop is to create a safe and accident-free work environment across the world by adopting the Vision Zero system so that accidents like the Bhopal tragedy can be avoided again in India and other countries and the goal of zero accident, zero disease and overall well-being can be achieved.

A Large number of Safety Officers from nearby industries located at Mahindra Word City, Jaipur participated in the workshop. In-depth discussion took place on the need for a holistic approach to completely prevent accidents at the workplace by adopting the Vision Zero system. Initiatives were taken to share best work practices, case studies and practical tools to create a roadmap for enhancing safe work environment globally and emphasis was laid on raising awareness.

In the opening session of the workshop, Dr. Avnish Singh, former Director General, DGFASLI, Min. of Labor and Employment, Govt. of India explained the Vision Zero concept and emphasized that people can be motivated towards safe behavior by adopting the Vision Zero. He appealed that all the participants to adopt the Vision Zero system in their industries for making workplaces safe.

Mr. Karunesh Srivastava, Director, Vision Zero Rating System, India, while emphasizing the importance of safety and the need for updated knowledge in the changing scenarios, discussed in detail the seven golden rules of the Vision Zero.

Mr. Jyoti Prakash Mishra, Head (Safety) of J C B India Limited, Faridabad contributed significantly in making this workshop a success.