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02/06/23

New EUROGIP study on the recognition of work-related mental disorders in Europe

It is now accepted that working conditions can have an impact on workers' mental health. The prevention of psychosocial risks has therefore become a priority in many countries. But the question of recognising psychological diseases as work-related is far from being unanimously accepted in Europe. EUROGIP devoted its latest study to this issue.

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02/06/23

The new Machinery Regulation has been adopted

On 22 May, the Council adopted the new European regulation on machinery. The text, which replaces the 2006 directive, specifies the essential health and safety requirements applicable in the EU, facilitates the free movement of machinery and guarantees a high level of safety for workers and the general public.

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15/05/23

EUROGIP publishes its Annual Report 2022

In its recently published Annual Report 2022, EUROGIP gives a brief overview of its activities and presents the highlights of the year according to its business lines.

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28/04/23

Accidents at work and telework in 7 European countries: the new EUROGIP report

The health crisis has led to an unprecedented acceleration of telework. Today, this form of work organisation seems to be firmly established, and in particular the hybrid model, combining telework with face-to-face days in the office.

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28/04/23

DENMARK: a historically important grant for the working environment

The Parliament has just adopted, by a large majority, an agreement on occupational safety and health (OSH), with a budget of DKK 1.3 billion (€174 million) for the period 2023-2026.

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28/04/23

BELGIUM: “Your mental well-being at work, let’s talk about it!

Fewer and fewer workers feel good about their work. In the last five years, the number of burn-outs and long-term depressions has increased by 46%. The government is therefore promoting a mini-series of podcasts on mental wellbeing at work.

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28/04/23

Healthy Workplaces 2023 Film Prize: entries now open!

You have until 31 May to submit your work-related documentary films for the Healthy Workplaces Film Award 2023.

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28/04/23

DENMARK: Discrimination at work and development of depressive disorders

Employees who are discriminated against in various ways are almost three times more likely to develop depression. This is the finding of a new study by the National Work Environment Research Centre (NFA).

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28/04/23

World Day for Safety and Health at Work 2023

“The safety and well-being of workers is not a privilege but a fundamental right” is being celebrated globally on 28 April.

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07/04/23

FINLAND: number of occupational accidents increased in 2022

In 2022, there were 92,000 accidents at work and 22,600 commuting accidents, which represent an increase respectively of 1.6% and up to 23.5% compared to the previous year.

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