THE HUMAN DIMENSION OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT IN THE PERSPECTIVE OF OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH

Abstract

The aim of this study is to examine the "Decent Work and Economic Growth" section of the United Nations' (2015) "Agenda 2030: UN Sustainable Development Goals" from the perspective of occupational safety and health. Decent work consists of various dimensions, but this study specifically focuses on the aspect of occupational safety and health. While there are studies in the literature that evaluate sustainable development from the standpoint of occupational safety and health, it is crucial to investigate the topic from a human perspective, taking into account the International Labor Organization's goal of decent work. This is because the core element of working life is the human being, and sustainable development cannot be achieved without a focus on humanity. Therefore, research in this direction underscores the significance of the study. In the analysis of this study, data obtained by the International Labor Organization from various countries on the fundamental indicators of occupational safety and health have been categorized, tabulated, and evaluated, considering the World Bank's country classifications by income groups. In conclusion, there are challenges in accessing accurate data, especially in the field of occupational safety and health worldwide. Furthermore, there is a long way to go in terms of the human dimension of sustainable development resulting from occupational accidents and diseases.