The ILO has developed over the years a wealth of OSH instruments and tools which could be of use for the protection of workers against COVID-19.
Workplaces can play an essential role in preventing the spread of COVID-19 by promoting protection measures to reduce the risk of infection. This, in turn, will help lessen the social and economic impact of the epidemic.
Relevant ILO occupational safety and health instruments
- C81 – Labour Inspection Convention, 1947
- C129 – Labour inspection (Agriculture) Convention, 1969
- C149 – Nursing Personnel Convention, 1977
- C155 – Occupational Safety and Health Convention, 1981
- R164 – Occupational Safety and Health Recommendation, 1981
- C161 – Occupational Health Services Convention, 1985
- R171 – Occupational Health Services Recommendation, 1985
- C187 – Promotional Framework for Occupational Safety and Health Convention, 2006
- R197 – Promotional Framework for Occupational Safety and Health Recommendation, 2006
- C121 – Employment Injury Benefits Convention, 1964
- R121 – Employment Injury Benefits Recommendation, 1964
- R194 – List of Occupational Diseases Recommendation, 2002
- P155 – Protocol of 2002 to the Occupational Safety and Health Convention, 1981
Relevant guidelines and codes of practice
