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EHS coordinater Mercy Kimeu, Workplace Safety Professionals Association of Kenya Chairperson Ken Kogei, Vivianne Boaz, founder and host of EHS Unplugged Podcast and Safetynet Consultancy Ltd Director Babu Sitima during the OSH Quiz Night in Nairobi, on June 26, 2025. [David Gichuru, Standard]
There is a need to review laws related to occupational safety and health (OSH) to reflect the current realities in the workplace.
Dr Andrew Muruka, director of the Directorate of Occupational Safety and Health Services (OSH) at the Ministry of Labour and Social Protection, said the legislation that needs a review includes the Occupational Safety and Health Act, 2007 and the Work Injury Benefits Act, 2007.
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