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Direct participation in welfare policy
11 February 2026
Well-being at work in small businesses: practical approach without a committee
The well-being act obliges every employer – including in small businesses without a Committee for Prevention and Protection at Work (CPBW) – to promote the well-being of their employees. Involving employees simply and directly in the well-being policy is the key to a workable and legally compliant approach.
The well-being act obliges every employer – including in small businesses without a Committee for Prevention and Protection at Work (CPBW) – to promote the well-being of their employees. Involving employees simply and directly in the well-being policy is the key to a workable and legally compliant approach.
World No Tobacco Day: a new chance to quit
6 May 2025
On May 31, World No Tobacco Day, we reflect on the impact of smoking and the power of quitting. Smoking harms your health, but quitting is possible - with support, courage, and a clear goal. Whether you've tried before or are thinking about it for the first time today: take that step! Your health is worth it.
Can an employer administer alcohol and drug tests?
25 February 2025
Dealing with alcohol and drug use in the workplace remains a tricky issue. Employers face the challenge of guaranteeing a safe working environment, while respecting the privacy and rights of their employees. Administering alcohol and drug tests is not encouraged.
Is sagging a problem if I have to work the next day?
12 February 2025
A night out can seem like a fun way to relax at the moment. But what happens when the alarm goes off the next morning and you have to go to work? The consequences of a heavy night of drinking can not only affect your performance but even jeopardize safety at work.
Is vaping a good way to quit smoking?
13 January 2025
In de afgelopen jaren heeft vapen aan populariteit gewonnen, met name als een mogelijk hulpmiddel om te stoppen met roken. Hoewel het ontegenzeglijk voordelen biedt voor sommige mensen, roept het gebruik van e-sigaretten ook serieuze vragen op over effectiviteit, veiligheid en maatschappelijke impact. Laten we deze kwestie van meerdere kanten bekijken.
New legislation: smoking in public places
8 January 2025
From January 1, 2025, an important change in regulations regarding smoking in public places will come into effect. The new measures will be stricter and aim to further restrict smoking in public spaces, with special attention to protecting vulnerable groups such as children and non-smokers.
The annual action plan
6 November 2024
Het jaaractieplan over veiligheid op het werk is een noodzakelijk document voor elke kmo om een veilige en gezonde werkomgeving te garanderen. Dit plan beschrijft de acties die de organisatie jaarlijks onderneemt om risico's te beperken en een veilig werkklimaat te bevorderen. Voor een kmo is een duidelijke en praktische aanpak van groot belang, zodat het plan effectief kan worden geïmplementeerd zonder overmatige belasting van de middelen.
What to do in case of a work accident
13 March 2024
Preventing work accidents is, of course, always the best option. But when one does occur, it is advisable to be aware of the legal obligations.