FIFA has reached a new agreement with Building and Wood Workers' International (BWI) to ensure safe working conditions for the 2034 World Cup preparations. The deal mandates joint inspections and training for workers on site development.
Football's governing body, FIFA, announced a new agreement with Building and Wood Workers' International (BWI) focused on worker safety for the upcoming 2034 World Cup. This partnership aims to protect those involved in preparing the event sites by implementing mandatory joint inspections and training programs.
The agreement underscores FIFA's commitment to improving labor standards in major tournament preparations. BWI, a global union federation representing building and wood workers, will collaborate directly with FIFA to monitor and enhance safety measures on construction sites.
Details of the accord highlight proactive steps to address potential risks during the intensive build-up phase for the 2034 tournament. While specific implementation timelines were not detailed in the announcement, the focus remains on creating secure environments for all workers involved.