OSH events

Event Details

Description

An awareness-raising event taking place in Thessaloniki, Greece, is focusing on the European Workers’ exposure survey on cancer risk factors in Europe (WES). The survey identifies the main carcinogenic risk factors and provides accurate data to guide prevention and policymaking efforts aimed at reducing exposure and protecting workers. 

The event, organised by our Greek focal point Hellenic Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs, begins with an introduction to occupational safety and health (OSH), including European and national strategies, the cost of occupational diseases and the importance of prevention. Further sessions address recent developments in legislation on carcinogens, mutagens and other dangerous substances, along with presentations on their management.

Additional topics include the Roadmap on Carcinogens and the role of digital tools such as the Greek Iridanos platform, supporting the monitoring of carcinogenic substances in workplaces.

Speakers:

• Dr. Konstantakopoulos Ioannis, PhD, Mining & Metallurgy Engineer, GIG member of the Management Board of EU-OSHA and Head of the Department of the National Focal Point & OSH Promotion Policies (National Focal Point of EU-OSHA), Hellenic Ministry of Labour and Social Security - Directorate for Health & Safety at Work
• Dr. Gourzoulidis Georgios. PhD. Medical Physicist. Department of the Center for OSH Research and OSH Measurements for the Determination of the Detrimental OSH Factors. Directorate for Health and Safety at Work. Hellenic Ministry of Labour and Social Security. EUROFOUND Management Board member representing Greece
• Mr. Alexandros Chamailidis, Msc, Occupational Psychologist,  Hellenic Ministry of Labour and Social Security - Directorate for Safety & Health at Work
• Mrs Eleni Kotzabuyuk, Msc, Hygienist,  Hellenic Ministry of Labour and Social Security - Directorate for Safety & Health at Work