By Aghaddir Ali
In recognition of its efforts to protect employees and promote a safe and healthy work environment, Ras Al Khaimah Transport Authority (RAKTA) has been awarded the 鈥2025 International Safety Award鈥 by the British Safety Council.The award was granted for RAKTA鈥檚 Maintenance Workshop, acknowledging its ongoing commitment to implementing the highest standards of occupational health and safety and its efforts to protect its employees from workplace injuries and work-related illnesses throughout 2024..UAE staycation for Dh100 a night? It鈥檚 most likely a scam.Revealed: UAE health ministry makes major changes in birth and death registration services .Heroic rescue: UAE National Guard airlifts hiker in 70s from Ras Al Khaimah mountains.UAE: Seven arrested in Ras Al Khaimah for spreading misinformation on social media.This prestigious award, now in its 67th edition, is one of the most renowned global honors recognizing organizations that demonstrate excellence in occupational safety practices and mental health support in the workplace. This year鈥檚 awards featured participation from 789 organizations across 45 countries, including leading institutions from the construction, manufacturing, energy, and utilities sectors.RAKTA鈥檚 Maintenance Workshop was among 371 entities that earned the 鈥淢erit鈥 level recognition鈥攁n achievement that reflects RAKTA鈥檚 strong commitment to safeguarding its workforce and its continued investment in enhancing workplace conditions through the adoption of best practices.Eng. Esmaeel Hasan Al Bloushi, Director General of the Ras Al Khaimah Transport Authority, expressed his pride in the achievement, said 鈥淩eceiving this award is a testament to RAKTA鈥檚 dedicated efforts to foster a safe and sustainable work environment. It reflects our continuous commitment to applying the highest occupational health and safety standards to ensure the wellbeing of our technical and administrative teams and to enhance the quality of our services.鈥漅AKTA continues to reinforce a culture of safety and occupational health within its operational framework, in line with its vision to establish a sustainable and safe work environment for both its employees and customers.