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Bulgaria

OSH in the digital era: Regional event to tackle emerging challenges in Bulgaria

Bulgaria , Starozagorski bani, Bulgaria

An upcoming event will bring together key stakeholders from the Bulgarian Stara Zagora region to explore the evolving landscape of occupational safety and health (OSH) in the digital era. Organised by EU-OSHA's focal point in the country, Ministry of Labour and Social Policy , the activity will...

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Żid mal-kalendarju tiegħi 2024-10-15 02:00:00 2024-10-15 02:00:00 OSH in the digital era: Regional event to tackle emerging challenges in Bulgaria An upcoming event will bring together key stakeholders from the Bulgarian Stara Zagora region to explore the evolving landscape of occupational safety and health (OSH) in the digital era. Organised by EU-OSHA's focal point in the country, Ministry of Labour and Social Policy, the activity will focus on the impact of digital technologies on workplaces, highlighting both the challenges and opportunities posed to OSH by rapid technological advancements. With a growing number of workplaces adopting digital tools and remote work practices, this event aims to address the increasing risks associated with these changes. A wide array of topics will be discussed, including the psychosocial risks related to remote work, such as stress and burnout, as well as the legal responsibilities of employers in ensuring safe working conditions when digital technologies are involved. Through this event, trade union members, activists, employer representatives and members from the local government will have the opportunity to share insights and explore best practices in OSH. Moderator: KIRIL BINEV, Chief Expert in CL “Podkrepa”   Speakers: Alexander Zagorov, Confederate Secretary, CL “Podkrepa”   Yuliana Ilieva – Psychologist   Stoiko Atanasov, expert CL “Podkrepa” Zvezdelin Zapryanov – Lawyer Ministry of Labour and Social Policy hwc@bilbomatica.es Europe/Madrid public
Slovenia

Navigating the digital world of work: strategies for coping with technological stress

Slovenia , Online, Slovenia

The last thirty years have witnessed major technological and digital developments that have affected almost all economic activities and have profoundly changed the working environment. From the use of computers in office work to more modern applications in smart manufacturing, modern technologies...

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Żid mal-kalendarju tiegħi 2024-10-15 02:00:00 2024-10-15 02:00:00 Navigating the digital world of work: strategies for coping with technological stress The last thirty years have witnessed major technological and digital developments that have affected almost all economic activities and have profoundly changed the working environment. From the use of computers in office work to more modern applications in smart manufacturing, modern technologies have become an integral part of how organisations operate. Technology is even transforming activities that were previously considered more traditional and less digitised, e.g. precision agriculture, through innovative technologies (such as robotics, sensors, satellites, mapping, drones, AI), manages farmland better and more accurately and enables more sustainable food production. For modern workers, this means being able to use at least some modern technologies. It is estimated that the workforce will become increasingly diverse and dispersed, with increasing income and job insecurity. Workers will be required to acquire new digital skills to remain employable.  Data from the European Commission shows that only 54 % of EU citizens of working age have at least basic digital skills, and only 55 % of SMEs have reached at least a basic level of digitalisation. Modern digital technologies bring with them new challenges for occupational safety and health and its management. Recent research has shown that the use of VR, AR and XR technologies in the workplace can cause vision problems, sleep disorders, epilepsy, musculoskeletal disorders, skin problems, battery-related injuries, slips, trips and falls, as well as cyber-sickness. Technological or digital stress is a term referring to the negative psychological and physical effects of excessive or inappropriate use of technology. It can be caused by various factors such as information overload, technological invasion, technological complexity, technological uncertainty, technological dependence and technological anxiety; these are the dimensions of technostress. These can affect well-being, performance, creativity and relationships. It is particularly prevalent among people who use technology for work, education, entertainment or socialising. Those who also work with technology are more likely to be affected. This is today's reality, especially for employees working in knowledge-intensive companies. Research has shown that technology overload and technology invasion can make employees generally feel overwhelmed, exhausted and distracted by the constant demands and challenges associated with technology. Technological complexity and technological uncertainty can foster feelings of frustration, anxiety and lack of self-awareness.  The webinar organised by the Slovenian Focal Point will also discuss sleep, which is, alongside healthy diet and regular physical activity, crucial for physical health and an effective immune system. It helps to regulate emotions and overcome stress.   In addition, the webinar will discuss how to recognise burnout and burnout at work. Despite the many dilemmas that still arise regarding the definition and causes of burnout, burnout is also defined as a descriptive diagnosis (Z73.0) in the International Classification of Diseases (ICD-10) as a state of life exhaustion. Burnout can be defined along three dimensions: exhaustion, depersonalisation aka withdrawal or cynicism, and reduced personal effectiveness. Moderator: Vida PETROVČIČ, Journalist Speakers: Nikolaj PETRIŠIČ, MSc, Head of the Occupational Safety and Health Department, (Ministry of Labour, Family, Social Affairs, and Equal Opportunities) Prof Dr Matej ČERNE (Faculty of Economics of the University of Ljubljana) Prof Dr Leja DOLENC GROŠELJ, MD (Centre for Sleep Disorders, University Medical Centre Ljubljana) ZAP FITCORP, Occupational Medicine, Traffic, and Sports Assoc Prof Dr Sara TEMENT (Faculty of Arts of the University of Maribor) Ministrstvo za delo, družino, socialne zadeve in enake možnosti hwc@bilbomatica.es Europe/Madrid public
Netherlands

Empowering workplaces: An afternoon of knowledge, OSH and innovation

Netherlands , Utrecht, Netherlands

A diverse group of professionals will gather in Utrecht to exchange knowledge and strengthen networks across various sectors. An event hosted by our Dutch focal point, TNO Prevention, Work & Health , will focus on several key themes related to workplace safety, innovation and employee wellbeing, all...

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Żid mal-kalendarju tiegħi 2024-10-17 02:00:00 2024-10-17 02:00:00 Empowering workplaces: An afternoon of knowledge, OSH and innovation A diverse group of professionals will gather in Utrecht to exchange knowledge and strengthen networks across various sectors.  An event hosted by our Dutch focal point, TNO Prevention, Work & Health, will focus on several key themes related to workplace safety, innovation and employee wellbeing, all delivered through an exciting lineup of sessions and workshops. Kicking off the afternoon will be an inspirational lecture on the importance of prevention in the workplace. This talk, delivered by a leading expert in movement and workplace health, will set shed light on how simple but effective strategies can help improve safety and health in various professional environments. Participants will have the chance to attend several break-out sessions, each focused on a different aspect of workplace safety. One of the most intriguing sessions is titled ‘100 Ways to Die at Work’, where participants will be challenged to rethink how information about dangerous substances is presented. In this light-hearted but informative workshop, attendees will learn to recognise hazard symbols and improve workplace safety. In another session, titled ‘The Accident Investigation’, participants will gain a deeper understanding of how quickly accidents can occur and the valuable lessons that can be drawn from investigating them. Experts will guide attendees through real-world scenarios, illustrating the importance of learning from incidents to create safer working environments in the future. For those interested in technological innovation, the session on ‘The Exoskeleton: Research and Practice’ will provide a fascinating look at how exoskeletons can assist in physically demanding jobs. With a live demonstration, attendees will be able to witness first-hand how these devices could offer a solution to reducing strain and injury for workers in labour-intensive roles. Rounding off the afternoon, the workshop ‘Good Practices: Sustainable Employability’ will delve into the relationship between management styles and employee autonomy. This session will highlight the insights gathered from the MDIEU programme, which focuses on promoting long-term vitality and sustainability in the workforce. The discussion will provide valuable takeaways for anyone interested in how leadership can influence and support employee well-being and long-term career sustainability. Moderator: Karin Sleeking, director Stigas     Speakers: Dr. Paul Kuijer (Specialist Labour Principal Investigator bij het Amsterdam UMC)   Tamara Onos (Arbo advisor/FNV)   Desiree Francke (Stigas)   Marieke Esmeijer (Stigas)   Bas Schwenke (Dutch Labour Inspection)   Jorn Kerkhof (Dutch Labour Inspection)   Kevin van der Heijden (Stigas)   André Bieleman (Saxion university)   Daniek van Laar (Saxion university)   Joost Geuzendam (Pre-tec)   Roel de Backer (Stigas)   Marlies Kamps (Stigas)  TNO Prevention, Work & Health hwc@bilbomatica.es Europe/Madrid public
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European Week for Safety and Health at Work

EU , European Union, EU

Happening every year in October (calendar week 43), the European Week for Safety and Health at Work is a highlight of every Healthy Workplaces Campaign. With hundreds of awareness-raising events taking place across the EU and beyond. Organised by EU-OSHA and its partners, each European Week has the...

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Żid mal-kalendarju tiegħi 2024-10-21 02:00:00 2024-10-25 02:00:00 European Week for Safety and Health at Work Happening every year in October (calendar week 43), the European Week for Safety and Health at Work is a highlight of every Healthy Workplaces Campaign. With hundreds of awareness-raising events taking place across the EU and beyond. Organised by EU-OSHA and its partners, each European Week has the campaign theme at its heart and this years it aims to raise awareness about the EU-OSHA Healthy Workplaces Campaign 2023-2025 “Safe and Healthy Work in the Digital Age”. You can find out more about what is happening near you during the European Week on the Healthy workplaces campaign website and from your national focal point.     EU-OSHA and partners hwc@bilbomatica.es Europe/Madrid public
Czechia

A focus on digital transformation and legislative updates in Czechia

Czechia , Prague, Czechia

As digital technologies are increasingly implemented in the workplace, legislation must be adapted accordingly. Occupational safety and health (OSH) specialists, employers and representatives from the business sector will meet at an upcoming seminar in Prague examining the regulations governing OSH...

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Żid mal-kalendarju tiegħi 2024-10-21 02:00:00 2024-10-21 02:00:00 A focus on digital transformation and legislative updates in Czechia As digital technologies are increasingly implemented in the workplace, legislation must be adapted accordingly. Occupational safety and health (OSH) specialists, employers and representatives from the business sector will meet at an upcoming seminar in Prague examining the regulations governing OSH matters in the Czech labour code. A special emphasis will be placed on digitalisation at work and the evolving roles of artificial intelligence and virtual reality. In this context, EU-OSHA's 'Safe and healthy work in the digital age’ campaign will be presented. The impact of digital technologies in the workplace, including its opportunities and challenges, will be detailed by expert speakers from national authorities, employers’ organisations, representatives from the Enterprise Europe Network (EEN) in Czechia and tech companies. This event, organised by our Czech focal point Ministerstvo práce a sociálních věcí, is a part of European Week for Safety and Health at Work 2024! Moderator: Mgr. et Mgr. Josef SENČÍK, Occupational Safety Research Institute Speakers: Ing., Mgr. Blanka ŠEFRÁNKOVÁ, director of the employer section, Confederation of Industry of the Czech Republic Ing. Mgr. Eva HRUBEŠOVÁ, project manager of the Enterprise Europe Network at the Cent for Regional Development of the Czech Republic Ing. Jaroslav HLAVÍN, National Representative of FOP, Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs of the Czech Republic   Mgr. Aneta KOVÁŘOVÁ, Ministry of Health of the Czech Republic Martin KOTEK, start-up Digitall Intelligence Anna CIDLINOVÁ, specialist in virtual reality and the use of modern technologies in the OSH field Jiřina ULMANOVÁ, Occupational Safety Research Institute Marek BÁRDY, XR Institute  Ministerstvo práce a sociálních věcí hwc@bilbomatica.es Europe/Madrid public