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Do you use CO2 meters?
27 February 2024
On Wednesday, February 21, 2024, the Belgian government published rules for the sale of portable CO2 meters, which measure indoor air quality.
The list of occupational diseases expanded with 2 new skin diseases
20 February 2024
Fedris, the Federal Agency for Occupational Risks, has expanded the list of recognized occupational diseases with two skin conditions: actinic keratoses and squamous cell carcinoma.
Ergonomics: An essential, yet underestimated component in employee health
20 February 2024
As a society, we must recognize that ergonomics is not an afterthought, but an integral part of ensuring the health and well-being of employees.
Featured colleague - Sara Vanlangendonck
8 February 2024
Sara Vanlangendonck has been working at Premed for a year and a half as an ergonomics prevention advisor in training. She finds it important to be able to help people pursue a healthier lifestyle. The fact that she can do this in a job with a lot of variety makes her work happiness complete.
The FitBonus, a personal coaching program
24 January 2024
The FitBonus, an initiative of the Flemish government, personally sets you – or your employees – on the path to a healthier, more resilient life in balance. Thanks to professional coaches and webinars, you'll discover, among other things, how to move more, master unhealthy stress, and build good social relationships with colleagues.
This program is completely free for employers and employees of SMEs and self-employed individuals in Flanders.
This program is completely free for employers and employees of SMEs and self-employed individuals in Flanders.
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.
Rights & obligations regarding breastfeeding breaks
11 December 2023
Did you know that every breastfeeding mother is entitled to a break at work for breastfeeding or pumping milk up to nine months after childbirth?! As an employer, you must provide a space for this.