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24/11/23

SPAIN: analysis of workplace mortality between 2020 and 2022

The National Institute for Health and Safety at Work (INSST) has analysed the 572 fatal accidents at work (excluding commuting accidents, traffic accidents and accidents involving covids) that have been studied over the period 2020-2022. In addition to gaining a better understanding of the causes, the aim is to define appropriate measures to prevent any recurrence.

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15/11/23

SWEDEN: winter heralds increased risk of fall-related accidents at work

The drop in temperatures and the arrival of snow are leading to fears of a possible increase in falls outdoors, the most frequent cause of serious accidents at work. Between 2020 and 2021, around 2,700 such accidents were recorded, 2/3 of them between November and March.

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27/10/23

FRANCE: asbestos-related cancers of the larynx and ovary recognised as occupational diseases

The decree of 14 October 2023 “creates for the general social security scheme a table of occupational diseases relating to cancers of the larynx and ovary caused by the inhalation of asbestos dust”. This recognition will enable the workers concerned “to benefit from improved compensation and support”.

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27/10/23

BELGIUM: New interactive game to raise students’ awareness of carcinogens in the workplace

The SPF Employment is launching an interactive game as part of the European “Roadmap on Carcinogens” campaign to raise students' awareness of the dangers of carcinogenic substances in the workplace. Resources are also available for teachers.

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04/10/23

PORTUGAL: tax and social security exemptions for teleworking expenses

In mid-September, the government issued an ordonnance exempting teleworking employees from tax and social security contributions up to a maximum of €22 per month (for 22 working days), or €33 if a collective agreement is signed.

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29/09/23

SWEDEN: Serious accidents and long-term sick leave in the food industry

Workers in the food industry run a higher risk of serious accidents at work than other occupational groups. The average risk over the period 2017-2021 was 9.7 serious accidents at work per 1,000 employees. It was 15.5 for butchers and 8.9 for machine operators, who suffered the most serious accidents at work. Bakers and confectioners, although less affected, were still affected, with a rate of 5.3.

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22/09/23

BELGIUM: what to expect from occupational illnesses in 2022

In 2022, around 38,500 people received compensation for permanent disability due to an occupational disease. And nearly 13,000 workers (private sector and provincial or local administrations, APL) filed a claim for compensation; 211 deaths were recognised, 73% of which were due to asbestos, 17% to silicosis and 10% to other diseases. These are the findings of the Fedris “Statistical Report on Occupational Diseases” 2022.

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22/09/23

SPAIN: trade unions worry about the consequences of post-summer “ergophobia

Going back to work after the summer holidays can be a source of stress and anxiety for some people. The UGT trade union confederation is trying to raise awareness of “post-holiday syndrome” and “ergophobia”, the irrational and exaggerated fear of work.

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22/09/23

FINLAND: the number of accidents at work rose in 2021

In 2021, more than 91,159 accidents at work occurred in Finland, around 4,500 more than in 2020. As in the previous year, construction workers (10,787), care and health service workers (9,367) and machine shop and foundry workers (7,162) were most affected.

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25/08/23

SWEDEN: over 2.3 million euros for environmental and occupational health research

To make a long-term contribution to a good working environment in private companies, municipalities and regions, with fewer accidents at work and health problems, Afa Försäkring is investing in research programs every year. Recently, SEK 28 million (over 2.34 million euros) were allocated to eight projects that will run until 2026

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