التكنولوجيا وأخبارها بوابة مصر لأخبار تكنولوجيا المعلومات والإتصالات وفي أفريقيا كما تعتبر مصدر رئيسي للمعلومات حول تكنولوجيا المعلومات والاتصالات والفرص الاستثمارية المرتبطة بالاقتصاد الرقمي في المنطقة بالكامل
The Ministry of Labor, in partnership with talabat Egypt, the leading e-commerce technology platform in the Middle East and North Africa, has launched the second phase of distributing personal protective equipment (helmets) to delivery riders. This initiative is part of the ongoing “Your Safety Matters” campaign, in collaboration with talabat’s logistics partners, reflecting directives from President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi to ensure proper protection for irregular workers.
High-Level Attendance and Official Support
The launch event was attended by senior Ministry officials, including Eng. Mohamed Montaser, Head of the Central Administration at the Ministry of Labor; Eng. Mahmoud Abu Beh, General Manager of the General Administration for Work Environment Safety; and Mr. Sayed El-Sharkawy, Head of the Labour Inspection Department and Director of the Cairo Labor Directorate.
On behalf of Minister of Labor Hassan El Raddad, Eng. Mohamed Montaser emphasized the Ministry’s commitment to strengthening the occupational safety and health system, providing a safe and decent working environment, particularly for delivery riders and other irregular labor segments. He highlighted the pivotal role of public-private partnerships in ensuring professional and social protection for workers in this vital sector.
Goals and Scope of the “Your Safety Matters” Initiative
The campaign aims to:
Promote a strong culture of occupational safety and health among delivery riders.
Distribute essential protective gear, including helmets, reflective vests, gloves, and first aid kits.
Enforce safety compliance and safe driving practices through dedicated oversight and mechanisms.
Develop a comprehensive database of riders, enabling integration into the social protection system, including social and health insurance and workplace injury protection.
These measures support risk reduction, ensure safer daily operations, and strengthen professional and social stability for riders in Egypt’s growing e-commerce ecosystem.
talabat Egypt’s Role in Enhancing Rider Safety
Hadeer Shalaby, Vice President and Managing Director of talabat Egypt, stated that the initiative extends the company’s efforts under the “Your Safety Matters” campaign, emphasizing talabat’s commitment to embedding safety culture as a core component of workplace practices.
Shalaby added that the company is collaborating closely with the Ministry of Labor and logistics partners to provide additional personal protective equipment and intensify training and awareness programs. This approach aims to improve compliance with safe practices, reduce risks, and create a safer, more productive working environment.
To date, approximately 6,000 helmets have been distributed, with ongoing monitoring to ensure usage and adherence to safety standards. Plans are underway to expand the program further to enhance sustainability and workplace safety for all riders.
Comprehensive Training and Awareness Programs
Beyond distributing equipment, the initiative includes:
Training programs to promote safe driving practices.
Organizing Road Safety Week events.
Conducting regular medical check-ups for riders.
Recognizing and rewarding riders who consistently follow safety standards.
These activities reinforce a culture of preventive awareness, ensuring a safer and more reliable work environment for delivery riders and logistics partners alike.
A Model for Public-Private Collaboration
The Ministry of Labor affirmed that the campaign represents a successful model of public-private sector collaboration, demonstrating how government and private companies can jointly foster safe and sustainable workplaces. The Ministry plans to expand and replicate this model across other companies in the delivery and e-commerce sector, enhancing occupational safety culture and providing job security for thousands of young workers in this vital industry.
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