Health and safety

Information on health and safety in the workplace including employers’ duties and obligations.

Japan :: Smoking at work

There is a high level of tobacco consumption in Japan and few restrictions on smoking in open public spaces …

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Japan :: Occupational accidents

The Workmen’s Accident Compensation scheme is applicable to all workers …

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Japan :: Health and safety representatives

◉ General safety and health manager Employers must appoint a general safety and health manager …

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Japan :: Health and safety

Employers must take necessary measures to prevent dangers caused by: machines, instruments or other equipment, substances of an explosive, combustible inflammable nature, electricity, heat or other energy, excavation, quarrying, cargo handling or lumbering …

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