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Asbestos Safety at Work: Royal Decree Publishes Amendment to the Codex

23 February 2026
New Asbestos Safety Legislation: What's Changing?

The Belgian Official Gazette recently published a new Royal Decree amending the Code on well-being at work, specifically regarding exposure to asbestos. This adjustment aims to strengthen the protection of workers and further limit the risks of health problems due to asbestos in work environments. In this article, we discuss the main changes, the impact on employers and employees, and what this new regulation means for compliance with existing well-being standards.
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Together we support employees with cancer

23 February 2026
A cancer diagnosis has an enormous impact on an employee's life. In addition to medical treatment, it also brings uncertainty, fatigue, emotional burden, and often financial concerns. Work can be both a challenge and a lifeline during that period.
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Is your company eligible for the return-to-work premium?

17 December 2025
Employers can claim a premium of 1,725 (amount valid on date of publication) euros when they hire an employee who has been incapacitated for work for at least one year. This is part of the measures laid down in the program law of December 26, 2022, which aims to encourage employers and employees to help long-term sick employees with their reintegration.
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New resuscitation rules must increase survival chances

25 November 2025
The Belgian Resuscitation Council emphasizes in its latest communication some important changes in the resuscitation guidelines. The updated recommendations should help both laypersons and professional caregivers to act faster and more effectively in the event of a cardiac arrest.
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Hybrid working with impact: discover the FOD WASO reflection tool

9 September 2025
Five years ago, the coronavirus crisis forced companies worldwide to quickly switch to teleworking and hybrid work. This change brought many benefits, such as more flexibility and a better work-life balance. However, despite these advantages, many companies still face the challenges of hybrid work. The topic remains relevant and often causes friction between employers and employees, or among colleagues.
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Health complaints in warm weather

19 June 2025
Sunstroke or heatstroke

Sunstroke is the result of prolonged exposure to the sun, especially of the neck and head.
Heatstroke or heat prostration is the result of overheating from prolonged exposure to high temperatures, which disrupts the thermostat in the brain and can cause body temperature to rise sharply.
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