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Celebrating Excellence in Safety and Health

NUS Dentistry won the Commendation Award at the NUS Safety & Health Awards (NUSSHA) ceremony on 23 October 2023. This achievement was a testament to its unwavering dedication to promoting health and wellness.

TWSH Committee with Prof Chris Peck (third from left), Dean of NUS Dentistry.

Associate Professor Intekhab Islam, the Chairman of the Total Workplace Safety and Health (TWSH) Committee, explained the approach behind the achievement was the implementation of programmes such as safety training, behaviour-based safety, safety committees and engagement, and continuous improvement. He added that these initiatives were implemented by building a culture of open communication, cross-functional collaboration, and shared responsibility.

When asked about the future, Assoc Prof Intekhab shared, “Some of the committee’s future goals include continuous improvement in safety measures and practices. We aim to implement cutting-edge technology for even more proactive safety monitoring, expand wellness initiatives, strengthen community engagement, and further empower our staff, students and visitors in promoting a culture of safety and health."

Mr David Lee, Deputy Chairman of the TWSH Committee, presenting at the NUSSHA ceremony.

Mr David Lee, the Deputy Chairman of the TWSH Committee at NUS Dentistry, took the stage to share its journey in implementing its Health and Wellness (H&W) programme since 2021. Central to the Dentistry’s programme is a holistic and graduated framework that seeks staff input and organises relevant activities to address immediate H&W concerns. Additionally, Mr Lee recognised and thanked the support from the broader corporate resources and expertise within the larger NUS and NUHS network. Dentistry is one of the pioneer departments in NUS to have implemented a wide-ranging H&W programme, and the NUSSHA ceremony organiser requested it to share its experience at the event.

Ms Han Tok Lin, the Safety Coordinator who has dedicated an incredible 45 years to NUS Dentistry, received the award on behalf of the team and institution. In her own words, she expressed her gratitude and acknowledged the extraordinary efforts of the team, saying, "I am deeply honoured to accept the NUS Safety and Health Award on behalf of our team. Thanks to the unwavering determination of the TWSH Committee, which serves as a guiding compass, and the collective commitment of our community and partners, we are proud to have ensured the well-being of NUS Dentistry."

Ms Han Tok Lin with Prof Chris Peck at the NUSSHA ceremony.

Ms Han received the Commendation Award on behalf of NUS Dentistry.

The Commendation award serves as a reminder that commitment and collaboration are the cornerstones of success. With the continued strive for excellence and the support from the wider NUS and NUHS community, we are well-positioned to lead the way in creating a safer and healthier workplace for all.