The content of the concept and definition of the term "Labor protection" are analyzed, the points of view of scientists and practitioners are critically rethought, the expediency of an expanded interpretation of the concept and a corresponding change in the definition of the term is formulated and justified. Conclusions and recommendations may be of interest to specialists in the field of occupational health and safety.

Keywords: labor protection, concept, term, definition, social and labor relations, labor safety, organization, institute of labor protection, regulation