OSH news
Managing psychosocial risks in the digital workplace: Key findings and solutions
EU-OSHA has partnered with the Joint Research Centre to publish the report ‘Digitalisation and workers wellbeing: The impact of digital technologies on work-related psychosocial risks', which explores the opportunities and challenges related to occupational…
Launching a new OiRA tool for agriculture in Belgium
As of today, agriculture and horticulture companies in Belgium can easily conduct risk assessments using a new Online interactive Risk Assessment (OiRA) tool. This e-tool is presented to agriculture experts and trade union representatives at an event in Mollem…
Upcoming training on stress prevention at work
PsyHealth worXs! is a free 6-week online training that guides learners step-by-step through the process of conducting a psychosocial risk assessment. All information is presented in short, self-paced sessions, accessible from any location. Each week, the…
Enhancing safety for trainees and vocational students with OiRA
A recent survey by EU-OSHA shows that only around half of vocational students felt they received adequate safety training during their traineeships. On 14 November, our Finnish focal point Työterveyslaitos is organising a two-part webinar to support…
EC: asbestos experts needed for the preparation of good practice guidelines
The European Commission is developing new non-binding guidelines to support the safe management of asbestos at work. These guidelines, set to be ready until December 2025, aim to provide practical and clear advice for employers, workers, and occupational…
Digital solutions for workplace safety: OiRA tools seminar in Athens
To help small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) manage occupational safety and health (OSH) more effectively, EU-OSHA’s Greek focal point, Hellenic Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs, is organising a seminar in Athens on 7 November. The event will…
HR Officer vacancy now open at EU-OSHA
We are looking for an experienced and motivated professional to contribute to our HR processes, including recruitment and employee rights administration. Based in Bilbao, Spain, EU-OSHA offers a vibrant multicultural environment with flexible working…
Charting the path to safety and health: ESENER survey fieldwork completed
We are pleased to announce the successful conclusion of fieldwork for the latest edition of the European Survey of Enterprises on New and Emerging Risks (ESENER). With the involvement of thousands of businesses and organisations across Europe, ESENER…
Ensuring OSH comes with the daily bread by using OiRA
We all enjoy the smell of freshly baked goods, but did you know that flour is a hazardous substance for those being exposed to flour dust on a daily basis? Also, there are more risks involving the bakers’ duties. These include the contact with hot…
Mark your calendars: the European Week for Safety and Health at Work 2024 is coming!
Get ready for a week full of action! From October 21-25, the European Week for Safety and Health at Work returns, and this year it's all about Safe and Healthy Work in the Digital Age! With digital workplaces on the rise, it’s more important than ever to…