The Nordic Institute for Advanced Training in Occupational Health (NIVA) is launching two new training courses for researchers, practitioners and specialists in the field of occupational health and safety (OSH): 1. Digitalization, Automation, AI and the Future...
The heavy metals lead, arsenic, manganese and mercury are considered as the most neurotoxic agents. Exposure to plant protection products and biocides can impact plethora of severe neurological diseases. This new OSHwiki article provides a general overview of...
Occupational safety and health (OSH) professionals and their practices have had to change with the times to remain relevant. A new discussion paper examines the role of prevention services in supporting compliance with OSH standards in the European Union. It identifies gaps in knowledge and key issues for professional practice in OSH, along with the challenges for policy and...
OSHwiki, our collaborative online encyclopaedia of information on occupational safety and health (OSH), has been revamped for a more user-friendly experience. With a new look and feel and improved navigation, it is now even easier to find the information you need: explore by theme or search by keyword. You’ll find relevant and reliable content on a wide range of OSH topics...
OSH professionals need a multidisciplinary background to successfully operate in the broad field of Occupational Safety and Health. The Training Centre of the International Labour Organization (ITCILO) offers a wide range of online and face-to-face courses on...
Labour inspectorates through systems of sanctions and standardised measures are meant to support compliance with occupational safety and health requirements in the European Union. These systems involve on-site inspections by labour inspectors for monitoring and enforcing national laws as well as strategies related to preventing accidents and ill health in the workplace...
Remote work has been primarily enabled by advances in digital development that narrowed down distance allowing workers to communicate and perform tasks from nearly anywhere. The introduction of elements of mobility and flexibility, of working wherever and...
New OSH monitoring systems can track a wide variety of workplace risks using digital technologies to collect and analyse data. They help workers and OSH professionals manage these hazards, making workplaces safer. However, it is important to understand how...
If you are keen to learn how to prevent diseases and injuries caused by working conditions in developing countries, a training provided by the University of Bergen might be for you. This course offers an opportunity to explore the tasks and structure of...
Effective risk assessment is key to developing a safe and healthy workplace; however, micro and small enterprises (MSEs) can face numerous challenges. The Athens Chamber of Commerce and Industry (EBEA), together with the Greek national focal point, will...
How can social media help us raise awareness of occupational safety and health (OSH)? Which are the most important rules when using social media for OSH purposes? An OSHwiki article guides us through the key principles when communicating and connecting with...
The World Congress on Safety and Health at Work takes place from 27 - 30 November 2023 in Sydney, Australia, under the motto ‘Shape Change’. Co-hosted by the International Labour Organization (ILO), the International Social Security Association (ISSA) and...
Each month, a multilingual compilation of online news about occupational safety and health (OSH) reaches thousands of subscribers across Europe through OSHmail, our e-newsletter. A warm thank you to all our subscribers for their trust, continuing interest in OSH and motivation to work together with us to promote safer and healthier workplaces in Europe. If you haven’t had the...
COVID-19 symptoms lasting more than four weeks after the infection is gone are generally called Long Covid. This condition can affect nearly every organ system with very different effects including respiratory, neurocognitive, metabolic, cardiovascular, and...
How can companies from across 30 activity sectors guarantee safe and healthy working conditions for their employees? Croatia has got the answer through the commitment of the national Online interactive Risk Assessment (OiRA) partner, the Ministry of Labour, Pension System, Family and Social Policy. Car painters, florists and bakers,* are just three of the ten professions that...
Our OSHwiki article offers various measures and technical solutions to prevent falls from heights at the workplace and rescue procedures if an accident occurs. It outlines some low-risk solutions such as collective and personal fall protection, as well as the...
The non-binding guidelines are prepared by the Advisory Committee for Safety and Health at Work (ACSH). The ACSH is a tripartite body and assists the EU Commission in the preparation, implementation and evaluation of activities in the field of OSH. The guidelines are intended to ensure a greater...
On 5 July 2021 the European Agency for Safety and Health at Work (EU-OSHA) organised an online symposium to discuss the new EU Strategic Framework on Health and Safety at Work 2021-2027. The event addressed major questions about the future in one of...
