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In 1989, the Council Directive 89/391/EEC [1] (also known as the ‘Framework Directive’) introduced measures to improve the safety and health of workers. It established the minimum occupational safety and health (OSH) requirements within the European…
According to the global trends report 2013 the distributed networks and collaboration are becoming more important, not only to address global issues, but also to create value in a world where consumers and customers demand solutions and experiences, and…
In this article we describe cross-cultural aspects in the context of safety management. When working abroad, cross-cultural differences ask for other competencies to enhance safe behaviour than at home due to cultural and language differences. In this…
Even though the general health of people aged 15–65 is improving in Europe, public spending on disability benefits continues to rise [1]. Many countries are confronted with an urgent need to deal with sickness and absenteeism. The ageing workforce will…
This article discusses how domestic violence can spill over into the workplace and what practical steps can be taken in the workplace. While domestic violence can affect the workplace, only fairly recently has it been recognised as an issue that should…
This article concerns early intervention where work is compromised by or aggravates a musculoskeletal problem. The sooner a musculoskeletal problem is managed, the less likely it is that it will lead to long-term work loss. Early healthcare intervention…
This article describes the situation of women on the European labour markets and the resulting consequences for occupational safety and health (OSH). Relevant European statistics provide an overview of female employment trends in Europe. The article…
Sickness absence costs UK employers £9 billion a year in sick pay and associated costs and the government spends £13 billion annually on health-related benefits.[1] Unnecessary absence is known to be harmful to an individual’s health and well-being.[2]…
Workplaces should prevent risks and promote good health. For those with an existing health condition (for example, a chronic disease) or disability, work should not make it worse. Accommodations at the workplace can be made to support their continued…
In the EU-27, 23.7 million people, or 5.3% of the population, are non-EU citizens[1] with 13.5% of t the workforce in the pre-Brexit EU (2019) having a migrant background[2]. Historically, employment seeking is a key factor in the flow of peacetime…