Siemens India, in collaboration with TÜV Rheinland India, has together set up the Global Skill Centre for Occupational Safety in Mumbai. TÜV Rheinland India, headquartered in Bengaluru, is a subsidiary of TÜV Rheinland Group, Germany, a worldwide leader in Testing, Inspection, Certification & Training.

The training centre has been specifically designed by Siemens and TÜV Rheinland to provide practical training on the latest safety equipment and techniques and thus taking the first step towards the "Zero Harm Culture" that enables individuals to work responsibly and run projects without accidents. The Centre will conduct certified training courses  that develop ‘Safety Leaders' in the project-based businesses and industries.

Thomas Fuhrmann, CEO & Managing Director, TÜV Rheinland India, said, "Siemens has a deep commitment to improving the safety of Construction / Project sites in India, and TÜV Rheinland is proud to be able to support Siemens in this venture. As the training partner, TÜV Rheinland will bring global training expertise to ensure the highest standards of health and safety are taught to participants. "

Sunil Mathur, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Siemens Limited, said, "The Global Skill Centre for Occupational Safety is a critical milestone in Siemens' journey of driving a culture of Zero Harm in the industry.

The Training Centre is designed to meet the requirements of the industry for high-quality Training on Site Safety Measures. We hope to be the catalysts of a transformation in the approach toward Safety and support the industry's efforts to maintain a Zero Harm Culture at project sites and manufacturing units."

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