Singapore Institution of Safety Officers (SISO)

SISO proudly celebrates Singapore National Day! 🇸🇬 Today, we honour the remarkable journey of our nation and the unity, resilience, and determination that continue to move us forward. Here’s to building an even brighter future together. Happy National Day, Singapore! ❤️🤍 Majulah Singapura!

🇲🇾 Join SISO’s Learning Journey to Malaysia! Organised by SISO in collaboration with the Malaysian Society for Occupational Safety and Health (MSOSH), this two-day journey offers valuable insights into rehabilitation, workplace safety and industry best practices. 📅 3–4 September 2026 📍 Melaka & Shah Alam Places We’ll Visit 🏥 Pusat Rehabilitasi PERKESO Tun Abdul Razak 🌐 rehabmalaysia.com 🏗️ Kumpulan Semesta Sdn. Bhd. 🌐 semesta.com.my 💰 S$315 — Single occupancy 💰 S$270 — Double occupancy 🚌 Includes transportation, accommodation, meals and itinerary arrangements 👥 Limited to 25 participants Expand your knowledge, connect with fellow WSH professionals and discover best practices beyond borders! 👉 Register now: https://sgiso.wildapricot.org/event-6788102

Dear Members, We would like to share with you the upcoming September 2026 SISO Academy courses for your information and consideration as part of your continuous professional development journey. The courses cover a range of Workplace Safety & Health (WSH) and related professional topics, designed to support practical learning and skill enhancement in the workplace. Register now: https://courses.siso.edu.sg/homepage

📢 Stay informed with the Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) Council’s official WhatsApp Channel. Receive timely workplace safety and health updates directly on your phone, including: 📢 Important alerts and advisories 📚 Resource updates and practical guidance 🎓 Event and programme announcements 🧰 Weekly Toolbox Spotlight ⚡ Monthly WSH Round-ups …and more! We encourage all SISO members to follow the channel and stay up to date with the latest WSH information. How to follow: 1️⃣ Tap the link: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VarATmI4yltLGpon1z0j 2️⃣ Tap Follow 3️⃣ Turn on notifications 🔔 so you never miss an update. Stay informed. Stay safe.

Dear Members, We are pleased to share the upcoming SISO Workshop Series, featuring a practical, hands-on session on how artificial intelligence can support workplace safety and health workflows. Designed for WSH practitioners, the workshop will cover the fundamentals of generative and agentic AI, with guided exercises to build AI-assisted Risk Assessment tools. Workshop Highlights • Understand generative AI versus agentic AI • Explore AI-assisted RA and SWP generation • Build your own RA/SWP generation tool • View an RA review agent and Telegram bot demonstration • Build your own RA review agent Event Details Date: Friday, 21 August 2026 Time: 1:15 PM–5:30 PM Venue: SISO Academy Capacity: 50 participants What to Bring: Your own laptop Member Fee: S$80 per participant Seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Gentle reminder: Please bring your own laptop. Register now: https://siso.org.sg/event-6765693

The Institution of Engineers, Singapore (IES) Health and Safety Engineering Technical Committee is organising a seminar “Engineering Stronger WSH Outcomes: Leveraging Partnerships, Technology & Innovation for Workplace Safety” on 22 July 2026 at the Sands Expo & Convention Centre. Join industry leaders and WSH professionals as they share practical insights on how partnerships, digitalisation, automation, artificial intelligence, and innovation can shape safer and more resilient workplaces. Registration Fees: • IES & SISO Members: $120 • Non-Members: $180 (Prices are subject to 9% GST.) Together, let’s harness collaboration and innovation to build safer, smarter, and more sustainable workplaces.

🎉 𝗪𝗦𝗛𝗔𝘀𝗶𝗮 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗺 & 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗚𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘆 🎉 Dear Members, As a supporting organisation of the WSHAsia 2026 Awards, we are pleased to share the upcoming WSHAsia 2026 Award Shortlist Announcement Livestream with our members. Join the livestream to witness the announcement of this year's shortlisted organisations, innovators, leaders, and safety professionals who are making a meaningful impact on workplace safety and health across the APAC region. 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗚𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘆 🎁 By registering and attending the livestream, you will stand a chance to WIN: 🎓 8 Winners – Complimentary tickets to WSHAsia Online Workshops ⭐ 4 Winners – FREE 1-Year WSHAsia Individual Membership Whether you are an OSH practitioner, industry leader, safety professional, or someone passionate about advancing workplace safety, this is a great opportunity to stay connected with industry developments, celebrate outstanding achievements, and gain access to valuable learning and networking opportunities. 🗓️ WSHAsia Awards 2026 Shortlist Announcement Livestream 🗓️ 16 July 2026 🕒 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM (GMT+8) 🎥 Register now: 👉 https://crm.wshasia.com/wshasia-award-2026-shortlist-announcement-livestream/ Be among the first to discover this year's shortlisted nominees before the winners are announced later this year at the WSHAsia Gala Dinner Presentation Ceremony. Tune in to witness the announcement of this year's shortlisted nominees. Register now to secure your spot at the livestream.

Applications for the SISO Mentorship Program 2026 are now open! Every experienced WSH professional was once new to the role. The right guidance can make all the difference. Whether you’re a newly certified WSHO, a new Corporate or Regional WSH Leader looking to accelerate your growth, or an experienced professional who wants to give back by mentoring the next generation, this programme is for you. Following the success of our 2025 programme, the SISO Mentorship Program 2026 returns to connect mentors and mentees through meaningful conversations, knowledge sharing, and professional development. ✨ Why join? • Gain insights from experienced WSH leaders • Expand your professional network • Develop leadership and mentoring skills • Earn 4 WSH CPD SDUs upon successful completion 📅 Application closes: 10 July 2026 📧 Submit your CV to admin@siso.org.sg and indicate whether you are applying as a Mentor or Mentee. Grow with guidance. Lead with confidence. Together, let’s build the next generation of WSH leaders.

Improving Mental Wellness for a Safer Workplace A safe workplace goes beyond preventing physical injuries. It also means creating an environment where people feel supported, respected, and comfortable seeking help. Join this interactive 2-day workshop to learn how to: • Recognise signs of mental strain • Support colleagues with empathy • Build resilience • Foster positive workplace relationships • Encourage open conversations that strengthen workplace culture Suitable for leaders, managers, HR, WSH professionals, and employees across all industries. 👉 Register: https://lnkd.in/g_RnAhV7 Together, let’s build workplaces where people are safer, healthier, and able to thrive.

Why do good employees stay silent? Many workplace incidents don’t start with a mistake. They start when someone notices a problem but doesn’t speak up. Whether it’s fear of challenging a supervisor, assuming someone else will raise it, or worrying about being seen as difficult, silence can impact safety, decision-making, innovation and team culture. Ask yourself: Would your employees tell you if something was wrong? If you’re not sure, join this workshop: 📅 16 July 2026 The Silence That Endangers Everyone: Building a Speak-Up Culture for Safety Discover practical ways to build trust, encourage open communication and create a culture where people feel safe to speak up before issues escalate. 👉 Register: https://lnkd.in/guZyfTRA

Dear Members, We are pleased to invite you to our upcoming Meet the President Engagement Session 2026, a dedicated online session for members to connect with SISO’s leadership, hear key updates, and engage in open discussion. This session serves as a platform to share organisational updates, highlight ongoing initiatives, and provide members with the opportunity to ask questions and exchange views in an open and constructive setting. To better accommodate members’ schedules, the session will be held across two time slots. Members may choose and register for only one session that best suits their availability. 🌟Session 1 Date: 13 July 2026 (Monday) Time: 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM Platform: Zoom 🌟Session 2 Date: 14 July 2026 (Tuesday) Time: 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM Platform: Zoom Access link will be shared with registered participants. Agenda - Welcome & Opening Address by President, Mr. Bernard Lew - ⁠Membership Renewal Realignment - ⁠SISO Career Progression Pathway (CPP) Updates - ⁠Upcoming Calendar & WSHC Conference - ⁠Open Dialogue & Q&A - ⁠Any other Business Members may submit questions in advance via this form: https://forms.gle/XcFbR14nVgrLXfB48. We look forward to your participation and insights!

The SISO EXCO had the pleasure of an informal lunch engagement with Mr Silas Sng, Commissioner for Workplace Safety and Health, and his team from Ministry of Manpower (MOM) and Workplace Safety and Health Council (WSHC). The session also provided an opportunity for the new SISO EXCO team to connect with the Commissioner and his team, fostering stronger relationships as we begin a new term of collaboration. It was a valuable platform to exchange insights on current WSH priorities and reaffirm our shared commitment to advancing workplace safety and health in Singapore. We appreciate the open and meaningful discussions and look forward to continuing our close collaboration with the Commissioner and his teams.

Dear Members, We would like to bring your attention to the Ministry of Manpower (MOM)'s Nationwide Voluntary Safety Time-Out initiative. We encourage you to review the information below and stay updated on these important workplace safety measures. Over the past four weeks, seven workers lost their lives in five workplace incidents, bringing the total number of workplace fatalities to 21 this year. In view of the recent fatalities, Ministry of Manpower, with support from the Workplace Safety and Health Council, will be taking the following measures: 1. Nationwide Safety Time-Out (STO) A nation-wide Safety Time-Out will be conducted for two weeks, starting today (26 June). Employers should use the Safety Time-Out to review work processes, reinforce risk controls, engage workers and supervisors on workplace risks, address safety gaps where necessary, and pay attention to vehicle-related activities, individual worker lapses, and immediate response following an accident. 2. Enhanced Enforcement Measures • Increase the composition fine for first-time workplace safety offences detected during inspections from $2,000 to $3,000, with higher fines for repeat or more serious offences. • Increase the minimum duration of Stop-Work Orders (SWO) from 5 weeks to 8 weeks for companies with workplace safety lapses warranting a SWO. • Debar companies from hiring new migrant workers for 3 months in egregious cases involving serious workplace safety lapses resulting in fatal or serious accidents. We encourage members to actively support the Nationwide Voluntary Safety Time-Out by working with your management to identify workplace risks, reinforce safe work practices, and foster a strong safety culture. Resource: https://www.mom.gov.sg/newsroom/press-releases/2026/0626-mom-factsheet-on-nationwide-voluntary-safety-time-out-among-enhanced-workplace-safety-measures