With broad official and security participation, the conference discussed ways to develop the civil security and occupational safety system and to promote a safe working environment in Palestine.
The Ramallah and Al-Bireh Chamber of Commerce and Industry, in cooperation with the Ministry of Labor, organized a specialized conference titled “Civil Security and Occupational Safety,” under the patronage of the Minister of Labor, with the participation of representatives from official, security, academic institutions, and the private sector.
At the opening of the workshop, Mr. Ayman Al-Mimi, Director of the Chamber’s Training and Business Development Center, welcomed the attendees and reviewed the objectives of the conference, which aim to promote a culture of occupational safety and security in the workplace and raise awareness among enterprises.
For his part, Mr. Abdel Ghani Al-Attari, Chairman of the Ramallah and Al-Bireh Chamber of Commerce and Industry, emphasized in his speech the importance of this landmark event, which is being held for the first time in Palestine, placing civil security and occupational safety at the forefront of national priorities.
Al-Attari stressed that enhancing a safe work environment is no longer optional but a fundamental necessity to support business continuity, protect workers, and improve productivity efficiency. He also noted that the private sector is a key partner in developing the occupational safety system.
He further called for strengthening cooperation between official institutions, security bodies, and the private sector to implement best practices and international standards in the field of safety and security, contributing to the creation of a stable and attractive investment environment that supports the national economy.
Meanwhile, Mr. Samer Salameh, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Labor, delivered the Ministry’s remarks, emphasizing its role in developing the occupational safety and health system and enforcing relevant legislation.
The conference sessions were divided into several specialized panels. The first session addressed the importance of civil security, presented by Dr. Majdi Al-Attari, Director of Falcon Company, along with a presentation on the integrated institutional security protection program delivered by Mr. Nasser Salameh from Falcon’s Training Center.
The second session focused on the importance of the law by decree and its impact on improving occupational safety and health in the workplace, with participation from representatives of the Ministry of Labor, including Mr. Firas Abu Hammad, Director General of Occupational Health and Safety, and Eng. Lina Abu Shahab, Director of the Department of Work Injuries and Occupational Diseases.
The third session discussed the integration between the private sector and law enforcement agencies in achieving security and stability, presented by Brigadier Iyad Ishtayyeh, Assistant Director General of the Palestinian Police for Planning and Training.
The fourth session addressed public safety requirements in institutions and mechanisms for monitoring and follow-up, with participation from Civil Defense representatives, including Brigadier Yazan Omar, Head of the Central Sector, and Lieutenant Colonel Ayman Barouq, Director of Public Safety.
The fifth session highlighted the importance of civil security in creating a positive investment climate and supporting the economy, presented by Dr. Tareq Ashour, Professor of Economics at Birzeit University and economic researcher at the Palestine Institute for National Security Research.
The conference concluded with an open discussion session, during which participants were given the opportunity to present questions, remarks, and suggestions on the various topics discussed.