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27/02/23

SPAIN: analysis of work-related accidents in 2022

In a recently published report, the Trade Union Confederation of Workers' Commissions analyses all the data on accidents at work and makes a number of proposals to remedy the situation.

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13/02/23

POLAND: Labour Code now includes provisions on telework

Amended by a law adopted on 1 December 2022, the Labour Code now includes provisions on telework. Some articles are particularly relevant to health and safety.

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13/02/23

New exposure limits for lead and diisocyanates

The European Commission has taken steps to reduce exposure limits and improve the protection of workers from the health risks associated with exposure to these hazardous chemicals: lead and diisocyanates.

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13/02/23

OHS: a principle and a fundamental right celebrated on 28 April 2023

In 2023, the World Day for Safety and Health at Work (OSH), which will be commemorated on 28 April, will focus on a safe and healthy working environment as a fundamental principle and right at work.

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Standardization

30/01/23

The Single Market celebrates its 30th anniversary

The European single market was created on 1st January 1993 and thus celebrates its 30th anniversary this year. Standardisation plays a central role in its smooth functioning and the free movement of goods, services, people and capital.

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25/01/23

NETHERLANDS: employers must learn from their accidents

From 1 January 2023, employers must carry out their own investigations into the history of an accident at work resulting in permanent injury, hospitalisation or fatality and what they need to improve.

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25/01/23

SPAIN: teleworker’s fall in his kitchen to drink water recognised in accident at work

In a second instance, the Superior Court of Justice of Madrid recognised as an accident at work the injury suffered by a teleworker in the kitchen of his home while he was drinking water.

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25/01/23

CJEU: employer must contribute to employees’ eyeglasses working on display screen

In a December 2022 ruling, the CJEU held that companies must pay for glasses for employees who work with display screens to prevent or correct visual impairment under Directive 90/270 of 29 May 1990.

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25/01/23

Commission launches consultation on a comprehensive approach to mental health

With a view to issuing a Communication on the subject, the European Commission has launched a consultation - open until 15 February 2023 - on the issue of mental health.

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Standardization

25/01/23

January 2023: What’s new in OHS standardisation?

As part of its occupational health and safety (OHS) standardisation activities, EUROGIP monitors newly published texts or work in...

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