UN adopts first convention to protect workers from uncontrolled biological hazards worldwide

A landmark workplace rule targets biological hazards at source

The United Nations, through its International Labour Organization, has adopted the first global convention focused on protecting workers from the harms of uncontrolled biological hazards in the workplace. Announced on Friday, the Biological Hazards in the Working Environment Convention sets a new baseline for safer environments, aiming to reduce devastating health and safety impacts for employees worldwide.