Overview
Safe in India is a non-profit organisation established in 2013 to improve occupational health and safety in Indian manufacturing, with a particular focus on factory workers exposed to high-risk machinery and processes. The organisation works to reduce workplace injuries and fatalities by strengthening safety systems, improving data transparency, and influencing policy and industry practices. Its approach is grounded in evidence-based research and collaboration with multiple stakeholders.
Mission and focus areas
Safe in India’s mission is to prevent industrial injuries and promote safer, more dignified working conditions in global supply chains. Its core focus areas include machine safety, injury data collection and analysis, worker training, and factory-level safety improvements. The organisation contributes to sustainability and ESG objectives by addressing labour rights, workplace health and safety, and social risk management within manufacturing supply chains. Its work is particularly relevant for investors and companies assessing social performance, operational risk, and human capital management in emerging markets.
Structure and governance
Safe in India operates as an independent non-governmental organisation with a defined leadership team and governing board. It is led by an executive director and supported by technical, research, and programme staff with expertise in occupational safety, public health, and manufacturing systems. The organisation works closely with factories, worker representatives, civil society groups, and international partners. Its governance framework supports independence, accountability, and long-term programme delivery rather than commercial or industry-led interests.
Programs and offerings
Safe in India delivers factory-based safety programmes, worker and supervisor training, and applied research on occupational injuries and risk factors. It produces publicly available reports, data-driven insights, and policy recommendations aimed at improving regulatory enforcement and corporate practices. The organisation also supports brands and suppliers in strengthening safety management systems. These outputs are particularly valuable for sustainability practitioners, supply chain managers, and responsible investors seeking practical insight into social risks and mitigation strategies in manufacturing contexts.
