1. Overview of Son La
a. Economic picture in Son La
- Son La is a province located in the Northwest of Vietnam. As of the end of 2020, Son La province has a total area of 14,174.4 km² and a population of 1,246,200 people. The economy of Son La has significant development potential thanks to its diverse terrain, rich and varied natural resources, proximity to international borders and neighboring provinces, and favorable conditions for transportation development.
- Occupational safety training services in Son La City, Bac Yen District, Mai Son District, Moc Chau District, Muong La District, Phu Yen District, Quynh Nhai District, Song Ma District, Sop Cop District, Thuan Chau District, Van Ho District, Yen Chau District in Son La province are developing strongly.
- The main sectors of Son La’s economy are agriculture and forestry. The province has many areas for rice cultivation, fruit tree farming, and livestock and poultry raising. In addition, forestry is also an important economic sector of Son La, with over 70% of the province covered by forests. Son La also has potential to develop industrial crops such as rubber, coffee, tea, pepper, cashew, macadamia, and more.
- Additionally, Son La province also has other economic sectors such as mining, tourism and services, food processing, manufacturing of wooden products, and some other industries. However, these sectors are not yet strongly developed and still face many limitations.
- However, Son La province faces many challenges in economic development. Some issues such as low labor quality, insufficient infrastructure investment, inadequate support policies, etc., still create difficulties for the province’s economic growth.
b. Manufacturing sector in Son La
- Son La is one of the poorest provinces in Vietnam, but its potential in agriculture, especially the manufacturing of tea, sugarcane, pepper, rubber, coffee, forestry, and livestock raising has helped the province achieve stable economic growth in recent years.
- Additionally, Son La is developing manufacturing sectors such as wood processing, ceramic manufacturing, textile and garment, and food processing.
- However, up to now, Son La’s manufacturing sector is still in the development stage and requires further investment and development to meet the province’s production and economic growth needs.
c. Construction sector in Son La
- In Son La, the construction sector is considered to have development potential with increasing demand for residential buildings, public works, and transportation infrastructure. According to the report of the Son La Department of Construction, in 2020, the total value of construction projects in the province reached nearly 9,000 billion VND, an increase of over 10% compared to 2019.
- However, in recent years, the construction sector in Son La has faced difficulties due to insufficient investment capital and skilled human resources, affecting the quality and progress of projects. Additionally, the use of low-quality or illegal construction materials is also a concern being addressed locally.
2. Overview of occupational safety training in Son La
a. What is occupational safety training?
- The occupational safety training course in Son La is an intensive training program on occupational safety designed for workers in industrial, construction, manufacturing, and high-risk professions. This training is organized by the professional occupational safety training centers of An Toan Nam Viet in Son La.
- During this course, participants are provided with knowledge and skills necessary to ensure their own safety and that of colleagues during work. The training topics include legal regulations on occupational safety, identification and assessment of potential risks, methods for inspecting and maintaining safety equipment, first aid skills, and handling emergency situations.
- For businesses, training employees in occupational safety not only enhances their capabilities and work efficiency but also ensures compliance with legal safety regulations and minimizes occupational accident risks during manufacturing and business operations.
- Occupational safety training at Mai Son Industrial Park in Son La province is essential to create a safe working environment for workers.
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b. Training duration
Occupational safety training duration depends on many factors such as job type, industry, etc. However, the exact total duration for each group is regulated in Article 19 of Decree 44/2016/ND-CP
- Group 1: 16 hours
- Group 2: 48 hours
- Group 3: 24 hours
- Group 4: 16 hours
- Group 5: 16 hours
- Group 6: 4 hours
c. Training content
Occupational safety training content includes knowledge and skills necessary to minimize occupational accident risks, ensuring safety for workers and company assets. Specifically, training may include:
- Knowledge of occupational safety laws and regulations of the state and enterprises.
- Understanding potential risks and types of occupational accidents in the workplace.
- Skills and methods for using personal protective equipment and collective protective equipment.
- Methods to reduce occupational accident risks and ensure safety during work.
- How to handle dangerous situations and organize rescue operations in case of accidents.
- Knowledge about workplace environmental protection.
Additionally, training content may be adjusted to suit specific industries and working conditions.
d. Occupational safety training certificate
Occupational Safety and Hygiene Training Certificate
- The certificate template is described in detail in Form 08, Appendix II, Decree 44/2016/ND-CP and is issued for groups 1, 2, 5, 6.
- The certificate has dimensions of 13 cm x 19 cm, with a sky blue front cover.

- The front side content of the certificate is shown above
- The back side has a white background with content shown below.

- The occupational safety card template is described in Form 06, Appendix II, Decree 44/2016/ND-CP
- Workers in Group 3 will be issued an occupational safety card (commonly called Group 3 occupational safety certificate).
- The card has dimensions of 60 mm x 90 mm, with front and back content shown below.

The employer may issue a Group 3 occupational safety card to the trained worker after successful assessment and a labor contract between both parties.
- The tracking book template for groups 1, 2, 5, 6 is detailed in Form 09, Appendix II, Decree 44/2016/ND-CP.
- The tracking book template for Group 3 is detailed in Form 10, Appendix II, Decree 44/2016/ND-CP
- The tracking book template for Group 4 is detailed in Form 11, Appendix II, Decree 44/2016/ND-CP
- Group 4 is only issued a tracking book and does not receive a Group 4 safety certificate.
- The content in the Group 4 tracking book is shown below.

3. Employment issues in Son La
- The employment situation in Son La is currently difficult due to the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic and the slow development of the local economy. However, employment opportunities still exist in sectors such as agriculture, agricultural product processing, tourism, packaging, wood processing, textile, electronics, information technology, and customer services.
- Agriculture is the key economic sector of Son La, producing rice, sugarcane, cassava, tea, coffee, cashew, pepper, vegetables, and fruits. Labor demand in this sector is also significant. Additionally, Son La is developing other industries such as forest product processing, food processing, and wood processing, creating new employment opportunities.
- However, Son La still faces difficulties in attracting large enterprises to invest, so employment opportunities in multinational companies are limited. Therefore, local workers need to continue improving their professional qualifications, skills, and training to take advantage of job opportunities in the province’s developing economic sectors.
4. Occupational accident situation in Son La
- According to statistics from the Ministry of Labor, War Invalids and Social Affairs, in recent years, the occupational accident situation in Son La has not changed significantly and has decreased considerably compared to previous years. However, the number of occupational accidents remains relatively high and causes human and property losses.
- Specifically, in 2020, Son La recorded 41 occupational accidents, causing 41 deaths and 2 injuries, a 46.7% decrease compared to 2019. The construction sector had the highest number of accidents, accounting for 41.5% of total incidents. Other sectors such as agriculture, wood, and stone also had a considerable rate of occupational accidents.
5. Measures to Control Occupational Accidents
To control occupational accidents and mitigate consequences in Son La, the following measures can be applied:
- Raising workers’ awareness: Safety training programs need to be implemented to enhance workers’ awareness. These programs can be conducted by research organizations or occupational safety consulting units.
- Strengthening inspection and supervision: Authorities need to intensify inspections and supervision of factories regarding compliance with occupational safety regulations. If violations are detected, timely and strong measures should be taken to prevent occupational accidents.
- Investing in personal protective equipment: Factories need to invest in personal protective equipment to ensure workers’ safety. These include helmets, protective vests, safety shoes, safety glasses, etc.
- Creating a safe working environment: Factories need to build a safe working environment by providing favorable working conditions in accordance with occupational safety regulations. At the same time, clear procedures and regulations should be established so that workers can perform their tasks safely.
- Supporting workers involved in accidents: If an occupational accident occurs, measures must be taken to support the affected workers and their families. Such measures may include allowances, healthcare, psychological counseling, etc.
- Researching and developing new solutions: Research and new solutions should be implemented to minimize occupational accidents.
- Periodically conducting workplace environmental monitoring in factories, collecting and analyzing harmful factors for workers, and adjusting to reduce hazards to prevent occupational diseases.
6. Benefits of Occupational Safety Training in Son La
An Toan Nam Viet provides enterprises with the following benefits upon completing occupational safety training courses according to Decree 44/2016/ND – CP on Occupational Safety and Hygiene for companies, factories, and enterprises:
- Workers can recognize potential risks of occupational accidents and take preventive measures to avoid accidents.
- Enterprises can establish risk prevention measures in the manufacturing, operation, and maintenance processes.
- Reduce costs associated with safety incidents at work.
- Uninterrupted manufacturing processes help increase labor productivity and product quality.
- Ensure compliance with occupational safety laws and avoid legal risks.
- Create credibility and professionalism in all aspects, thereby enhancing the enterprise’s brand value.
An Toan Nam Viet training courses are designed to prevent external hazards from affecting individuals, helping them avoid dangers that may lead to injuries or, in serious cases, death.
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7. Customer Feedback after Completing Occupational Safety Training in Son La
An Toan Nam Viet has years of experience accompanying many enterprises in Vietnam in general and in southern provinces in particular. This responsibility is extremely valuable to Nam Viet, which is why our Occupational Safety Training has become increasingly professional. The growth of An Toan Nam Viet comes from positive feedback and suggestions from enterprises. Below are feedback from partners we have served.
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8. Occupational Safety Training Capacity of An Toan Nam Viet
An Toan Nam Viet is a reputable and high-quality occupational safety training center in Vietnam. Training sessions are continuously conducted at manufacturing workshops, factories, or construction sites across the country (all 63 provinces in Vietnam).
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- Occupational safety training license
- An Toan Nam Viet has been inspected and certified by the Safety Department of the Ministry of Labor – Invalids and Social Affairs, confirming the center’s qualifications for occupational safety and hygiene training. This strengthens our capability in occupational safety training.

- Training materials and lectures
- Before occupational safety training materials are used in training courses, they are reviewed to ensure accurate knowledge and effective application.
- The teaching method of instructors is standardized according to An Toan Nam Viet standards. These methods were developed by occupational safety training experts to maximize knowledge absorption for learners.
- Facilities
- Controlling classroom factors affecting training increases teaching efficiency and learners’ knowledge absorption.
- Our training support facilities always provide spacious classrooms meeting standards in area, lighting, and training equipment.
9. Nationwide Reputable Occupational Safety Training Center
- At An Toan Nam Viet, we prioritize occupational safety training. Teaching workers how to protect themselves equips them for a safer working life and contributes to national development.
- To ensure effective training, we carefully prepare all details, from tools, teaching equipment, curriculum, materials, to sound and lighting.
- Our occupational safety instructors are experienced experts. They also have research on hazard identification across industries and how to prevent them.
- Lectures are based on practical experience and presented clearly and vividly to workers, ensuring comfortable learning and effective knowledge absorption. All content complies with Decree 44/2016/ND-CP.
- This enables learners to understand many preventive measures and how to protect themselves, applying them appropriately in real work situations.
- Our training center proudly provides professional and reputable occupational safety training services with the following advantages:
- Competitive training costs while maintaining high quality.
- Flexible training schedules in line with the manufacturing situation of enterprises.
- Quick and lawful issuance of occupational safety training certificates.
- Instructors with many years of professional experience.
- Classrooms controlled to maximize teaching efficiency and knowledge absorption.
- Lectures tailored to occupational safety in enterprises.
- An Toan Nam Viet works dedicatedly and professionally to provide accurate and fast support for clients.

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