Koforidua Technical University, in collaboration with the Teachers and Educational Workers’ Union (TEWU) of the Trades Union Congress (TUC-Ghana), successfully organized a one-day training workshop for Junior and Senior Staff of the University on Employment Law, Occupational Health and Safety, and International Labour Organization (ILO) Labour Standards and Conventions.

The training workshop, held on Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at the Abba Bentil Andam Theatre brought together Junior Staff and Senior Staff members with the presence of Senior Members from various departments to build their knowledge and capacity in key areas that impact their roles and responsibilities in the University environment.

The workshop aimed at deepening participants’ understanding of Ghana’s Labour Act (2003), Act 651, as well as the importance of occupational health and safety standards in the workplace. In addition, participants were introduced to critical ILO Conventions and Labour Standards that protect the rights and welfare of workers.

Facilitators for the training included legal practitioners, labour experts, and health and safety professionals who provided practical insights and guided participants through relevant case studies and discussions.

Speaking at the opening session, the University Registrar commended TEWU of TUC-GH for initiating the collaboration and emphasized the importance of equipping staff with the right knowledge to ensure a safe, fair, and compliant working environment. She noted that such initiatives contribute to fostering a more engaged and responsible workforce.

Participants asked questions and got understanding into various issues they did not understand with regards to the various roles they play. They also expressed appreciation for the training and called for more of such capacity-building programmes to keep staff abreast of developments in labour practices and safety protocols. The University remains committed to continuous staff development and upholding best practices in human resource management and occupational safety.