PUBLIC SHARING – THE IMPORTANCE OF OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY – SRICHIWAN WITTAYA SCHOOL, YALA, THAILAND

Abstract

Occupational health and safety (OHS) play a crucial role in protecting workers, reducing workplace accidents, and ensuring sustainable construction practices. In rapidly developing economies, especially in the construction sector, the absence of proper safety protocols often leads to injuries, productivity loss, and legal consequences. This community service program titled “Public Sharing – The Importance of Occupational Health and Safety” was conducted at Srichiwan Wittaya School, Yala, Thailand, with the aim of increasing awareness and knowledge among students regarding the fundamental principles of OHS in construction. The program combined theoretical discussions, interactive workshops, and group activities to introduce essential safety practices, including hazard identification, use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and emergency response procedures. The outcomes revealed significant improvements in students’ understanding of safety culture, risk assessment, and preventive strategies. This initiative emphasized the importance of proactive safety behavior as a foundation for future professional conduct and fostered collaboration between educational institutions in Indonesia and Thailand to promote safety literacy.