By grasping and understanding the differences between Decree 44 and 140 on safety training, we can identify the specific requirements and standards for the occupational safety training process in Vietnam. This will help businesses and relevant agencies implement occupational safety training activities correctly and effectively, contributing to improving a safe working environment and protecting workers’ health.
I. The importance of safety training in the work environment
In the work environment, implementing safety training plays an important role in protecting workers and minimizing the risk of occupational accidents. Training not only provides solid knowledge about occupational safety but also helps employees become properly aware of risks and preventive measures. For managers, the ability to organize effective training not only ensures legal compliance but also creates a positive and safe working environment.
Occupational safety training helps workers understand personal protective measures, use personal protective equipment correctly, and implement safety procedures. At the same time, it also trains on safe behavior, enhancing response skills when emergency situations occur. This training not only supports individuals in their daily work but also builds team spirit, strengthens the sense of responsibility, and reduces the rate of occupational accidents.
A safe work environment not only creates favorable conditions for business development but is also an opportunity to enhance the quality of life and health of workers. Therefore, investing in safety training is not only a legal obligation but also an important driving force for building a sustainable and positive working environment.

II. Legal basis of Decree 44 and Decree 140 for safety training
Decree 44 and Decree 140 are two important legal bases for the management and implementation of occupational safety training. Decree 44 focuses on regulations regarding the issuance of Safety Training Certificates, Occupational Safety Cards, and Certificates of Professional Certification in Occupational Health. It details the responsibilities of training organizations, businesses, and production facilities in ensuring workers are trained fully and effectively.
Decree 140 expands the scope by setting regulations for businesses to self-train in occupational safety and health. Accordingly, employers are responsible for autonomously organizing training and ensuring the quality of training for certain groups of workers. Both decrees set specific requirements for the issuance deadlines of related documents and also regulate periodic inspection and evaluation to ensure the effectiveness and safety of the work process.
Decree 44 and Decree 140 are important legal bases, shaping and supporting the quality of occupational safety training in Vietnam, aiming to protect the health and safety of workers in diverse working environments.

III. Specific objectives set by Decree 44 and Decree 140 and their scope of application
Both Decree 44 and Decree 140 set specific objectives to improve the quality of occupational safety training and ensure a safe working environment for workers. Decree 44 focuses on the main objective of ensuring all workers are fully trained according to safety standards.
Decree 140 strengthens the responsibility of employers in autonomously organizing training and ensuring training quality for specific groups of workers. This emphasizes providing the necessary knowledge and skills so that workers can perform their jobs safely and effectively.
The scope of application of both decrees covers all fields of work, from manufacturing to services, aiming to ensure that all workers, regardless of industry, receive equivalent levels of training and safety, contributing to a safe working environment and enhancing overall labor quality.

IV. The diversity between Decree 44 and Decree 140
The diversity between Decree 44 and Decree 140 is noteworthy when we consider these two important documents on occupational safety training. Although both decrees aim at the common goal of improving occupational safety, they have different aspects.
Decree 44 sets specific requirements for training organizations, businesses, and production facilities, helping to ensure workers achieve the necessary safety knowledge and skills.
Decree 140 promotes the autonomous responsibility of businesses in organizing and maintaining training quality. This increases the priority for training workers in various industries and working environments, bringing flexibility and diversity to the training process.
The diversity between Decree 44 and Decree 140 reflects the flexibility of occupational safety policies, meeting the diverse needs of businesses and industries in today’s society.

V. Regulations affecting safety and performance in the work environment
The regulations in Decree 44 and Decree 140 have a significant impact on safety and performance in the work environment. They focus on ensuring that workers are fully and effectively trained in occupational safety.
These regulations lay the foundation for controlling the risk of occupational accidents and occupational diseases. Businesses must comply with safety measures, including inspecting and maintaining equipment, developing occupational safety plans, and providing adequate personal protective equipment.
The work environment must adhere to rules and regulations on occupational hygiene and safety. Employers are responsible for providing full information about hazardous factors and providing measures to ensure safety for workers.
In addition, the regulations also strengthen the responsibility of businesses in self-training for occupational safety. This helps create a positive work environment, improve performance, and minimize accident risks, thereby enhancing workers’ sense of safety and confidence when performing work.

VI. Challenges and opportunities businesses may face when implementing the requirements of Decree 44 and Decree 140
Implementing the requirements of Decree 44 and Decree 140 brings opportunities and simultaneously poses challenges for businesses. One of the major challenges is improving the quality of occupational safety and health training, ensuring that all workers understand and comply with the regulations.
Significant investment is required from businesses to improve working conditions, procure adequate protective equipment, and maintain safety standards. At the same time, businesses face challenges regarding time and resources to implement risk control and periodic monitoring measures.
However, if implemented correctly and effectively, complying with these requirements can bring many benefits. First, a safe working environment helps minimize occupational accidents and enhances employee health. Second, businesses can build a positive reputation in the community and the market, which can increase brand value and attract talented employees.
Despite facing difficult challenges, implementing the requirements of Decree 44 and Decree 140 is not only a legal obligation but also an opportunity for businesses to build a safe working environment, improve performance, and enhance their reputation.

VII. Improving the safety training process and ensuring effective compliance with Decree 44 and Decree 140
To improve the safety training process and ensure effective compliance with both Decree 44 and Decree 140, businesses need to establish a comprehensive training system. First, classifying labor groups according to the regulations of the decrees helps focus on the specific training needs for each group.
The training process needs to be designed flexibly and adapted to each labor group, from group 1 to group 6, ensuring that everyone receives safety knowledge and skills appropriate to their job. At the same time, using performance evaluation methods such as periodic tests and assessments will help ensure the level of understanding and compliance from workers.
In addition, businesses need to continuously update training content to reflect changes in regulations and technology. Close integration between the training process and the occupational safety management system will help monitor and evaluate performance comprehensively.
In this way, not only the training process but also the compliance assurance process will become stronger and more flexible, fully meeting the requirements of both Decree 44 and Decree 140 in protecting safety for all workers.

VIII. Occupational Safety Training Capacity of An Toan Nam Viet
An Toan Nam Viet is a reputable and high-quality center specializing in occupational safety training (in many different languages such as English, Chinese, Japanese, Korean….) in Vietnam today. With occupational safety training sessions held continuously at factories, plants, or construction sites across the country (63 provinces in Vietnam).
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Occupational safety training license
- An Toan Nam Viet has been inspected and granted a certificate of eligibility for occupational safety and health training activities by the Department of Safety of the Ministry of Labor – Invalids and Social Affairs. This further strengthens our occupational safety training operational capacity.

Documents and Lectures
- Before occupational safety training materials are used in OSH training courses, they are reviewed and censored to ensure that the lectures are always accurate in terms of knowledge and effective when applied.
- The teaching method of the instructors is synchronized according to An Toan Nam Viet’s teaching standards, which is a method that experts in occupational safety and health training have researched and concluded during the teaching process to bring the highest knowledge acquisition efficiency for trainees.
Facilities
- Controlling factors in the classroom that affect the training process will increase teaching efficiency and the trainee’s effectiveness in acquiring knowledge.
- Our facilities supporting the training course always arrange spacious classrooms that meet standards for area, lighting, training equipment …etc…
IX. National Occupational Environment Monitoring Center
Nam Viet’s Occupational Environment Monitoring Center is a professional unit specializing in monitoring and measuring the quality of the working environment across all provinces in Vietnam. With an experienced team of monitoring specialists, the center uses modern measuring equipment, ensuring accuracy and reliability.
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In addition to providing monitoring services, the center also supports clients in planning, handling, and tracking occupational environment issues. With the motto “the customer is the center,” always bringing customer satisfaction, meeting all customer needs, and committing to providing the best solutions for businesses.
With investment in techniques, technology, and human resources, Nam Viet’s monitoring center has been and is becoming one of the reputable units in the field of occupational environment monitoring in Ho Chi Minh City with the following objectives:
- We always value our brand reputation and the quality of our products and services.
- We provide customers with the best and most suitable things possible.
- Along with a team of experienced and specialized Masters and Engineers with a desire to protect the environment and benefit businesses.
- Coming to Nam Viet’s Environmental Monitoring team, your company will receive professional service from experts in the monitoring field. At the same time, you will get the best cost incentives.
The process of conducting occupational environment monitoring at Nam Viet includes the following basic steps:
- Before conducting occupational environment monitoring, our company always ensures that machinery and equipment for occupational environment monitoring are calibrated and standardized in accordance with legal regulations.
- Perform the correct and complete occupational environment monitoring process as committed to the Department of Health.
- Truthfully report the occupational environment monitoring results to the employer.
- Implement measures to improve working conditions to minimize the impact of harmful factors and prevent occupational diseases.
- Organize health check-ups to detect occupational diseases and work-related illnesses early for employees in positions with non-compliant working environments.In case the occupational environment monitoring results do not ensure safety for employees, Nam Viet company will assist in providing remedial solutions and the labor facility will implement the following
- Provide in-kind allowances to employees according to labor laws.


