Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) in Brazil
In a recent development aimed at improving consumer product safety and regulatory oversight, Brazil’s National Institute of Metrology, Standardization and Industrial Quality (Inmetro) has launched the revamped Consumer Accident Monitoring System (Sinmac). This initiative allows individuals to report incidents involving Read More …
Brazil has been selected by the Codex Alimentarius, a joint program of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the World Health Organization (WHO), for a study to evaluate the impact of international practices to prevent naturally occurring mycotoxins in Read More …
Brazil’s Ministry of Mines and Energy (MME) has recently emphasized the strategic role of wind energy in the country’s future energy planning. At the 2nd edition of the Brazil Offshore Wind Summit in Rio de Janeiro, the message was clear: Read More …
In a major milestone for Brazil’s decarbonization agenda, the MOVER (Green Mobility and Innovation Program) was inaugurated with a ceremony at the Palácio do Planalto. The program, inaugurated by Vice President and Minister of Development, Industry, Trade and Services, Geraldo Read More …
In the fight against climate change, accurate and reliable data is crucial. Recognizing this, a new platform, SIRENE Organizacionais, has been launched. This innovative tool aims to enhance the quality of organizational greenhouse gas (GHG) inventories, marking a significant step forward Read More …
Brazil’s National Health Regulatory Agency (Anvisa) has announced an extension of the validity period for Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) certificates. Medical device manufacturers participating in the Medical Device Single Audit Program (MDSAP) will now see the validity of their certificates Read More …
As Brazil faces a new epidemic of dengue fever, the impact on the country’s economy and workforce is becoming increasingly evident. The Ministry of Health’s Arbovirus Monitoring Panel reports a dengue incidence rate of 757.5 cases per 100,000 inhabitants, indicating Read More …
In a recent public debate held at Fundacentro, representatives from government, labor and academia gathered to discuss the Internal Committee for the Prevention of Accidents (CIPA). The meeting focused on the democratization of CIPAs in the workplace and the need Read More …
In a recent development that has stirred the Brazilian hotel industry, the Ministry of Labor and Employment (MTE) held a significant hearing to discuss the unhealthy conditions faced by cleaning professionals in hotels. The current norm, which has been a Read More …
Road safety is a critical issue in Brazil, especially for professional drivers who transport goods and people throughout the country. One key measure to maintain road safety is the enforcement of toxicology testing for drivers. Understanding Toxicological TestingToxicological screenings are Read More …