The guide provides diagnostic criteria for each of the diseases mentioned in annex I of the EU Recommendation concerning the European schedule of occupational diseases. This annex contains a list of over 100 diseases that should be included in national legislation and, if they are work-related, are eligible for compensation (recognised occupational diseases).
Background
In 2003 the Commission published Commission Recommendation 2003/670/EC of 19 September 2003 concerning the European schedule of occupational diseases. The objective of the text is to encourage a consistent approach across the EU with regard to occupational diseases.
The non-binding guide, drawn up according to Directive 2003/10/EC on the minimum safety and health requirements regarding the exposure of workers to the risks arising from physical agents (Noise), is intended to assist companies, to implement the provisions of this Directive.