Every year, around 60 workers die in the Netherlands as a result of an accident at work. Moreover, there are around 2,300 serious accidents at work that require hospitalisation each year, some of which result in permanent injuries. How do you go about safety at work, and what should you do in hazardous working conditions?
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Painters, carpenters, plasterers, and bricklayers are at high risk of accidents at work because tripping/falling is at the top of the list of serious accidents at work. But accidents at work are also common among bench machinists, mechanics, and repair people. You are also at greater risk of an accident if you work with hazardous substances, or under high work pressure.
The following steps will help you tackle the risks of an accident at work:
You should always report an accident to your manager or employer. And they must always report a serious accident (fatality, permanent injury, or hospitalisation) to the SZW Inspectorate (formerly the Labour Inspectorate). Your employer must also keep a record of all accidents at work.
You can call the SZW Inspectorate free of charge from the Netherlands on the following number: +31 (0) 800 – 5151. From abroad you can call the following number: +31 70 - 333 44 44. The SZW Inspectorate can be reached by phone 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.