ARTICLE · 14 JUNE 2024

New Regulations On Ergonomics And MSD. What Should You Remember?

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Research in 2021 indicates that 60% of employees have work that frequently or always involves repetitive movements. 24% of employees have work that often/always involves painful...

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Research in 2021 indicates that 60% of employees have work that frequently or always involves repetitive movements. 24% of employees have work that often/always involves painful or tiring postures (including sitting still for long periods). Analyses also show that Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSD) are one of the main causes of long-term absences. The new Royal Decree of 19 March 2024 on ergonomics at work and the prevention of MSD sets out guidelines and obligations for employers and employees to create an ergonomically responsible working environment.

The new Royal Decree adds new provisions to Book VIII of the Code on Well-being at Work regarding ergonomics and the prevention of MSD, which came into force on 25 May 2024.

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