How should Greek employers deal with the coronavirus
epidemic? What are their rights and obligations? This article gives
guidance on appropriate health and safety measures.
General legal framework regarding the spread of coronavirus in
Greece
To date there are no mandatory measures provided by Greek law
regarding the coronavirus that employers must adopt. A State
general order (no 42/Α/25-2-2020) was recently issued,
however it concerns future measures to be taken in the event of the
emergence of symptoms of the virus and does not refer to
employers' obligations in the private professional
environment.
Recommendations for Greek workplaces
Nevertheless, the protection of employees' health is one of
an employer's primary obligations. As a result, it is suggested
that the competent executives in cooperation with the
organisation's occupational doctor organise an information day
for the workforce, in order to familiarise employees with the
situation and educate
