Building Bridges: Enhancing Workplace Safety for Hispanic Workers in the U.S.

Hispanic workers in the United States face disproportionately high rates of workplace injuries and fatalities due to cultural, linguistic and systemic barriers. These challenges impact EHS performance, increasing incidents and legal liabilities. This session will explore the root causes, including insufficient training, communication gaps and workplace integration issues. You’ll learn how to develop inclusive safety programs, provide culturally tailored training, and foster trust with your workforce. You’ll leave with actionable tools such as a bilingual safety communication checklist, strategies for effective training delivery and resources to enhance cultural competence. This session empowers employers to create safer, more inclusive workplaces that improve both employee well-being and organizational outcomes.