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29/08/24

Working during periods of extreme heat: What is the situation in Europe?

In this period of persistent high temperatures in certain regions, EUROGIP invites you to (re)discover the 2nd episode of its new video series, “Les discussions d’Eurogip”, devoted to the challenges of health and safety at work in this climatic context.

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26/08/24

GERMANY: when AI helps to better prevent risks

The BG BAU (construction sector insurance association) received the “Leadership and Digital Transformation” award for its innovative project, which uses an artificial intelligence (AI) application for the targeted prevention of accidents at work in companies most in need of advice.

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23/08/24

FINLAND: find out more about the occupational injury insurance system

In Finland, insurance against accidents at work and occupational diseases is compulsory and forms part of the Social security system. However, unlike in most European countries, the administration is entrusted to private insurance companies.

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21/08/24

FINLAND: analysis of work-related accidents in industry

A detailed analysis of accidents at work in industry shows that their frequency has been declining for a long time and that the trend will continue: from 44.6 accidents per million hours worked in 2005 to 23.5 in 2023.

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21/08/24

Under-reporting of accidents at work in Europe: the Eurogip’s study is now available in English

EUROGIP released updated estimates (2019-2021) of its analysis on the under-reporting of workplace accidents in Europe that result in more than three days of absence from work. The report was initially published in French, and the English version is now available.

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19/08/24

FRANCE: heatwaves now covered by the bad weather scheme

Under a decree that came into force on 30 June 2024, heatwaves are finally recognised as grounds for temporary unemployment due to bad weather in the construction sector. This system, activated by decision of the employer or site manager, is designed in particular to protect workers.

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19/08/24

Mental health at work: various European resources available

At the heart of its Healthy Workplaces Campaign 2026-2028, EU-OSHA is already offering a range of resources to support people with mental health problems at work.

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19/08/24

BELGIUM: Social partners’ priorities for prevention and protection at work

Prevention services, occupational medicine, work incapacity, etc. The social partners in the High Council for Prevention and Protection at Work have announced their priorities for 2024-2029 in terms of well-being at work. The Council is set up within the Federal Public Service for Employment, Labour and Social Dialogue.

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31/07/24

ETUC position on teleworking and the right to disconnect

In response to the first phase of consultation of the European social partners launched by the Commission, the European Trade Union Confederation (ETUC) adopted its response at the end of June on possible measures in the field of telework and workers' right to disconnect.

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31/07/24

ITALY: towards a points-based safety licence?

Following the example of the demerit driving licence, where the number of demerits decreases with the number of offences committed, the Italian government wants to introduce a demerit safety licence, initially for construction companies, with a possible extension to other sectors later.

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