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Improving workers’ occupational safety and health in the chili pepper and tomato supply chains, with a focus in Jalisco – A Vision Zero Fund Project

eval_number:

2288144

eval_url:

https://webapps.ilo.org/ievaldiscovery/eval/2288144

location:

country:

Mexico

region:

Americas

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eval_title:

Improving workers’ occupational safety and health in the chili pepper and tomato supply chains, with a focus in Jalisco – A Vision Zero Fund Project

recommendations:

date:

2024-07-22 00:00:00.0

themes:

theme:

Governance and Tripartism

category:

Occupational safety & health

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action_plan:

The project will systematize the different OSH trainings that have been developed into an OSH Capacity Building Plan, considering different worker profiles, training modalities, institutional capacity building, and the project’s M&E strategy.

management_response:

Action not yet taken

progress:

Partially achieved

admin_units:

CO-Mexico

title:

5. Develop a systematic OSH capacity building strategy It is recommended that the project develops a comprehensive and systematic OSH capacity building strategy. While current efforts include various capacity-building activities, a structured and strategic approach is necessary to maximize impact and ensure sustainability. The strategy should: a. Segment Worker Types: Categorize workers based on variables such as: • The specific value chain they work in (chili pepper or tomato). • Their existing knowledge of OSH practices. • Their degree of vulnerability. • Educational background, including basic education levels and literacy. b. Differentiated Objectives and Training Modalities: Establish specific, differentiated objectives for each group. Develop tailored training strategies and modalities that address the unique needs of each category. This may include: • Basic OSH training for workers with limited knowledge. • Advanced OSH practices for more experienced workers. • Specialized training for small and medium producers focusing on practical applications in their operations. c. Institutional capacity building: Focus on building the capacities of key institutions to enhance the sustainability of the project's outcomes. This includes: • Government Agencies: Strengthen the capacity of agencies such as STPS, SADER, IMSS, and SISEMH to implement and oversee OSH standards effectively. • Employer and Worker Organizations: Equip these organizations with the skills and tools necessary to advocate for and support OSH improvements within their sectors. • Local Institutions: Partner with local institutions to deliver training and provide ongoing support to small and medium producers, ensuring they can maintain and expand OSH practices. d. Monitoring and Evaluation: Design robust monitoring and evaluation activities to assess the effectiveness of capacity-building efforts. This should include: • Measuring the skills acquired by participants. • Evaluating the practical application of these skills in the workplace. • Tracking improvements in OSH outcomes as a result of the training. By implementing this systematic capacity building strategy, the project can ensure that OSH training efforts are more effective, targeted, and sustainable, ultimately leading to lasting improvements in occupational safety and health in the chili pepper and tomato supply chains.

project_symbols:

MEX/20/05/USA

url:

https://webapps.ilo.org/ievaldiscovery/recommendations/2288809

information_source:

Country Office

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