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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.
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.
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.
Adjustment of the regulations on chemical agents
11 December 2023
On December 4, 2023, an amendment was published in the Belgian Official Gazette concerning the safety of workers dealing with chemical substances. This Royal Decree introduces changes to the code on well-being at work.
Protection against endocrine disruptors
7 December 2023
In a continuous commitment to the health and well-being of employees, the government recently introduced groundbreaking legislation aimed at protecting employees from agents with hormone-disrupting properties.
24/08/2023 Deadline for training on diisocyanates
20 June 2023
Diisocyanates are chemical products with many applications. Traditionally, a distinction is made between "aromatic diisocyanates" (such as MDI and TDI) and "aliphatic diisocyanates" (such as HDI, HMDI and IPDI).
Together with a polyol or polyether, diisocyanates react to form a polyurethane, which can be used in insulation foam, sealants, coatings, adhesives, etc.
Together with a polyol or polyether, diisocyanates react to form a polyurethane, which can be used in insulation foam, sealants, coatings, adhesives, etc.
FEDRIS - project on the early detection of sinonasal cancers in ex-woodworkers is continued
23 March 2023
Fedris has extended its health surveillance project. The goal of this project is the early detection of sinonasal cancers in former woodworkers. An early diagnosis is important: the chance of recovery is much higher then.
Exposure to quartz dust? Monitor health with annual check-up
21 March 2023
Masons, roofers, floor layers or road workers: numerous workers are exposed to quartz dust or construction dust daily. And that is not without risk, because inhaling construction dust can cause various health problems. Premed attaches great importance to prevention at work and shares tips to limit exposure.
Tightening of asbestos rules at work
13 March 2023
The articles in the codex on well-being at work concerning asbestos have been amended. For example, a tightening of the asbestos rules regarding inventory, air measurements, and preventive measures has been introduced. This Royal Decree came into force on March 9.