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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.
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Reintegration and ergonomics: jointly building a sustainable return to work

11 February 2026
Long-term illness has a major impact on your organization. In addition to the human consequences, absence also brings organizational and financial challenges. A well-considered reintegration policy is therefore essential. At Premed EDPBW, we see daily how strongly reintegration and ergonomics are connected. An adapted workplace can make the difference between relapse and a sustainable return.
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Prevent long-term absence by investing in ergonomics

8 May 2025
Physical complaints such as back, neck or shoulder pain increasingly lead to long-term absence from work. By investing in ergonomics, companies can not only prevent these complaints, but also limit absenteeism and the pressure on healthcare. Premed supports organizations with a structured approach to address ergonomic risks and avoid long-term absenteeism.
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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.
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Stand up straight at 10:10 AM on October 10th!

9 October 2023
Tomorrow, October 10th, everyone stands up for ten minutes at 10 AM, that is the call launched by ergonomics association VerV and the Flemish Institute for Healthy Living. Standing more during work, will your employees participate?!
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In 4 steps to a correctly configured VDU workstation

26 July 2023
You don't just get a perfectly adjusted monitor workstation, as there are still some settings you should take into account. At Premed, we have neatly listed these guidelines, ranging from the adjustment of your office chair and table to the position of the screen, keyboard, and other accessories.
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