Today, April 28th, we celebrate the World Day for Safety and Health at Work—a day dedicated to reflecting on the importance of ensuring safe and healthy working environments for all workers. In this context, one of the major current challenges is the impact of climate change on occupational safety and health, a factor that has gained significant relevance in recent years.

Climate Change and Its Effects on Workers

Climate change introduces new risks for workers, who are often the first to face its consequences, such as extreme temperatures, UV radiation, and air pollution. These factors can lead to serious health issues, including respiratory diseases, cardiovascular conditions, and mental health disorders. To mitigate these risks, it is essential to integrate occupational safety with climate policies and to adapt regulations, fostering collaboration among governments, businesses, and society.

Hidroten’s Actions to Ensure Workplace Safety and Well-being

At Hidroten, we are committed to the continuous improvement of the safety and quality of life of our workers, especially in response to the emerging risks posed by climate change. Aware of our responsibility, we have launched several initiatives to ensure a safer and more sustainable work environment:

• Thermal adaptation of our production facilities: We have invested €40,000 in a thermal adaptation process that improves the energy efficiency of our facilities, reducing energy consumption and creating more comfortable working conditions for our employees.
• Replacement of toxic chemicals: We have eliminated the use of all toxic chemicals in our production processes, replacing them with biodegradable products that are less harmful to both the environment and the health of our employees.
• Installation of filters in machinery: To contribute to a healthier and safer environment, we have installed filters on various machines in our facilities, ensuring zero emissions and minimizing air pollution.

Looking Ahead: Continuing Our Efforts for a Safer Work Environment

These are just some of the actions we are taking to mitigate the risks associated with climate change and to improve the safety and health of our workers. At Hidroten, we are committed to continuing the implementation of measures that promote sustainability and workplace well-being, and we will keep sharing updates on the progress of our initiatives.

On this World Day for Safety and Health at Work, we reaffirm our commitment to a safer, healthier, and more sustainable working environment for all. Together, we can build a safer future of work in the face of climate change.