The British Safety Council has announced the 851 recipients of its annual International Safety Awards, recognising organisations for their achievements in workplace health, safety and wellbeing.
Now in its 68th year, the awards programme honours companies and institutions worldwide that have demonstrated a strong commitment to preventing workplace injuries and work-related illness over the past year. The scheme also highlights organisations that have taken meaningful steps to support employee wellbeing and mental health in the workplace.
For 2026, a total of 851 organisations received an International Safety Award, representing a broad range of industries. The construction, manufacturing, oil and gas, mining, power and utilities sectors accounted for a significant share of the winners. Overall, organisations from 51 countries were recognised.
Among this year’s recipients, 230 organisations achieved a Distinction, while 428 were awarded a Merit and a further 193 received a Pass. The awards are assessed by an independent panel of judges, who evaluate applicants based on their approach to managing workplace risks, improving safety performance and promoting a strong safety culture.
The full list of winners has been published by the British Safety Council and includes both multinational companies and smaller organisations that have demonstrated consistent improvements in safety standards.
The organisation also confirmed that the winners of the additional auto-entry and free-to-enter categories will be announced at gala dinners scheduled for June. The events will take place in London and, for the first time, in Dubai, marking an expansion of the awards programme to the Middle East.
Both ceremonies will be accompanied by daytime conferences held on the same dates, bringing together safety professionals, industry leaders and organisations committed to improving workplace safety. This year’s UK gala dinner is being sponsored by HSI Donesafe.
All winners will also be featured in the June edition of Safety Management Magazine, the British Safety Council’s official publication.
