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16/06/21

DENMARK: Modification of the list of occupational diseases with regard to asthma

As of 1 July 2021 and the entry into force of the implementing decrees, the list of occupational diseases will include asthma caused at work by acrylates, pesticides, chloramine, chloramine-T, quaternary ammonium salts, formaldehyde, glutaraldehyde and platinum salts.

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16/06/21

IRELAND: a code of good practices on the right to disconnect

While there is no legislation in place, the government published a Code of Practice on the Right to Disconnect on 1 April 2021.

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04/06/21

BELGIUM: a portal to support the well-being of carers

Because “Our heroes also need to recharge their batteries”, a new portal offers healthcare providers scientific guidance, practical advice and suggestions to support their mental and other well-being.

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04/06/21

AUSTRIA: an update on the Covid-19

By the end of May 2021, AUVA reported 11,198 cases of Covid-19, of which: 1,822 were recognised under occupational risk insurance, 986 were refused, 1,042 were closed without a final decision and 7,348 are still open.

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07/05/21

DENMARK: One in two cases of work-related Covid not reported

According to FOA, the 3rd largest trade union in the country, which represents mainly municipal and regional workers, only 5% of those infected with the coronavirus at work have declared it as an occupational injury to the competent authority.

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29/04/21

GERMANY: Skin cancer, the number one occupational disease in construction

What was the most common occupational disease in construction in 2020? Skin cancer caused by natural ultraviolet (UV) radiation. Employees in civil engineering and the road construction industry as well as roofers and carpenters are particularly affected.

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19/04/21

FINLAND: 304 cases of Covid-19 recognised as occupational diseases

At the end of March, out of 355 applications for recognition, the Accident Compensation Commission (TAKO) recognised 304 cases of occupational diseases. About 90% were diagnosed in health care workers, mostly nurses.

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15/04/21

BELGIUM: Covid-19 and oxygen risks

The increased need for oxygen in hospitals for the treatment of Covid-19 patients also leads to a higher risk of chemical accidents and fires. Beswic, the Belgian Knowledge Centre on Well-being at Work, presents various publications dealing with this issue.

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06/04/21

AUSTRIA: record drop in work-related injuries during pandemic

In 2020, the confinements imposed by the coronavirus pandemic resulted in an unprecedented contraction in employment levels and a historic 60% drop in work-related claims compared to 2019.

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23/03/21

GERMANY: Health crisis reflected in workplace claims in 2020

The Covid-19 epidemic has clearly impacted the occupational accident rate in 2020. Thus, accidents at work (760,369) decreased by 12.8% compared to 2019 and commuting accidents by 18.2%. On the other hand, declarations and recognised cases of occupational diseases are clearly on the rise.

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