The Royal Decree of 2 May 2019 amends the Code on well-being at work with regard to indoor air quality, adding the definition of “work space”, i. e. the space in which a workstation is located. It also modifies the articles concerning the ventilation of workplaces.<\/p>\n
The general principle is that workers must enjoy good indoor air quality. Previously, only the criterion of “sufficient fresh air” counted. The employer is now required to carry out a risk analysis of indoor air quality and take into account the different sources of pollution: presence and physical activity of persons; presence of products and materials in the workplace; maintenance, repair and cleaning of the workplace and air quality provided by infiltration and ventilation, pollution and operation of ventilation, air treatment and heating systems.<\/p>\n
The employer must take the necessary technical and\/or organisational measures to ensure that the concentration of CO2 in the workplace is generally less than 900 ppm. <\/p>\n
The basic rules contained in the Royal Decree of 2 May 2019 will be specified in a practical directive to be published on the website of the SPF Employment, Labour and Social Dialogue.<\/p>\n