Aritco Marks World Day for Safety with Action, Dialogue, and Innovation

In celebration of World Day for Safety and Health at Work (April 28th), the Aritco headquarters in Stockholm transformed into a hub of activity, designed to promote physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing in the workplace. The initiative brought together new tools, hands-on experiences, and open conversations – reinforcing the company’s ongoing commitment to creating a safe and healthy work environment for all.

Across April 28 and 29, Aritco offered a wide range of activities designed to support both physical wellbeing and connection among colleagues. Activities included morning warm-up sessions tailored for the production team, group workouts led by colleagues in the company gym, and grill lunches. These shared moments were paired with a dedicated safety walk-and-talk, where members of the management team spent time on the factory floor, engaging with employees about safety issues and listening to their insights.

The two-day program also included sessions focused on mental and emotional health. Employees could take part in yoga, meditation, and stress management activities led by an invited expert, as well as attend talks on healthy eating and overall wellbeing. A cultural workshop rounded out the offering, opening space for dialogue around psychological safety, teamwork, and respectful communication emphasizing Aritco’s belief that safety is about caring for the whole person.

Another key initiative during Aritco’s celebration was the rollout of a new digital system designed to simplify and improve how health and safety are managed across the company. The aim is to make it easier for employees to report risks, incidents, and near-misses directly from their phones, tablets, or computers.

“The system we’ve been using up to now has worked, but it’s been harder for people to engage with,” explained Jonas Furu, Aritco Production Manager. “This new one is much easier to use. You can report directly from your phone or iPad, or just use your computer if you prefer.”

The updated system is already trusted by major international companies and is expected to be a strong fit for Aritco’s growing needs.

Aritco’s safety culture has been shaped over years of consistent investment, daily attention, and a deep belief in continuous improvement. In production especially, where physical work is more demanding, the team has taken significant steps to reduce risk and protect employee wellbeing. From introducing a range of lifting tools that reduce strain on workers to phasing out harmful chemicals and implementing daily psychological check-ins, Aritco takes a practical and people-focused approach to safety and wellbeing.

There’s also been a shift in mindset. Safety standards like protective gear and regular fire training are second nature. Every incident is reviewed and addressed through a structured “plan, do, check, act” process, and all managers participate in regular health and safety training. This commitment hasn’t gone unnoticed. During a recent inspection, one official remarked that Aritco was the best work environment they had ever seen when it comes to production.

“Because we’ve invested so much time in health and safety, there’s a real sense of pride in hearing that. Not just for me, but for the whole team,” Jonas said.

Initiatives like real-time visual dashboards, startup routines for new staff, noise and vibration monitoring, and the soon-to-be-launched Safety Dojo (a hands-on training space for employees and visitors) are all part of an evolving ecosystem designed to keep people safe. According to Jonas, the impact is clear not just in fewer incidents, but in a healthier, more aware, and more engaged workplace.