Which legal regulations must be observed in occupational medicine?
October 15, 2023 | 40,00 EUR | answered by Selma Stamm
Dear Doctor,
My name is Björn Busch and I have been working in a medium-sized company for many years. Lately, I have been experiencing health problems that I attribute to my workplace. I suffer from constant headaches, sleep disturbances, and back pain. I am concerned that my work situation does not comply with the legal regulations for occupational medicine and that this is negatively affecting my health.
Therefore, I would like to learn more about which legal regulations must be observed in occupational medicine. Are there specific guidelines or requirements that my employer must follow to protect the health of employees? What measures can be taken to improve working conditions and alleviate my complaints?
I am willing to discuss possible changes with my employer, but I want to be well informed before starting the conversation. I hope that you can help me and provide me with specific guidance on how I can improve my situation.
Thank you in advance for your support.
Sincerely,
Björn Busch
Dear Mr. Busch,
Thank you for your message and your trust in my expertise in the field of occupational medicine. I am sorry to hear that you are experiencing health problems that you attribute to your workplace. It is very important for employees to take their health seriously at the workplace and to ensure a healthy work environment.
In Germany, there are legal regulations and guidelines in the field of occupational medicine aimed at ensuring the health and safety of employees in the workplace. These include the Occupational Safety and Health Act, the Workplace Ordinance, the Operational Safety Ordinance, and the Occupational Safety Ordinance on artificial optical radiation. These regulations specify the measures that employers must take to protect the health of their employees.
Among the key measures that employers can take are regular assessment of working conditions, conducting risk assessments, providing appropriate protective equipment, training employees to prevent work accidents, and adhering to rest and break times. Additionally, ergonomic workstations can be set up to prevent back and head pain.
If you feel that your working conditions do not comply with legal regulations and are affecting your health, it is important to talk to your employer about it. Together, you can find solutions to improve your situation. Before starting the conversation, I recommend that you gather information and present concrete suggestions for improvements.
I hope that this information helps you and supports you in improving your working conditions and alleviating your discomfort. If you have any further questions or need assistance, I am happy to help.
Best regards,
Selma Stamm
