Health and safety

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

Netherlands :: Eye sight testing

The requirement to provide eye care to employees in the European Union who work regularly with display screen equipment is subject to EU law and local country regulations arising from the Directive …

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Netherlands :: Smoking at work

Under the Dutch Health and Safety Act, employees have the right to work in an environment that is not injurious to their health …

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Netherlands :: Health, safety and medical care

All employers must comply with the Working Conditions Act (Arbo-Wet), which lays down a comprehensive range of health, welfare and safety requirements, plus special protective measures to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace …

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Netherlands :: Drug and alcohol testing

Employers have the right under the Medical Examinations Act to test those carrying out safety-critical jobs for drug and alcohol abuse …

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