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“You too! Act instead of gawking!” was the title of the violence prevention conference in Vienna, where 300 participants discussed concrete measures to combat violence and improve safety in the workplace. The event was organized by the Vienna Chamber of Labour, the Austrian Trade Union Federation (ÖGB), the trade unions vida, GPA, GÖD and the Weißer Ring association.
The German Road Safety Council (DVR) presents the Vision Zero Award to recognize innovative projects that are committed to a world without road deaths and serious injuries. A total of €9,000 in prize money is awarded to initiatives that have already been successfully launched and are designed for the long term. Entries can be submitted via the application form until May 4, 2025.
According to the German Society for Occupational and Environmental Medicine (DGAUM), medical prevention concepts should be broadened in order to relieve the burden on the heavily strained healthcare system. It is important to anchor occupational medical expertise more firmly in the thinking and actions of those responsible. The DGAUM is therefore calling for cross-sectoral medical care.
Make a note now, the best is coming at the end of the year: The A+A Congress 2025 (November 4 to 7, 2025) promises to be a highlight – with a variety of exciting topics and innovative approaches as well as the opportunity for experts to exchange ideas at the numerous forums.
Here you will find a foretaste.
How can managers manage change and restructuring successfully and in a way that promotes health? The Federal Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (BAuA) has developed guidelines for a seminar that supports managers in managing the challenges of restructuring and change processes in their teams, departments and working groups.
The winners of the German Occupational Health and Safety Award 2025 have been announced! In a festive ceremony in Berlin, outstanding companies in four categories that have made an outstanding contribution to safety and health at work were honored,
He’s the new man: Professor Dr. Rolf Ellegast heads the Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (IFA) of the German Social Accident Insurance in Sankt Augustin. In this KAN interview, he provides insights into the current focus, developments and the impact of the institute’s research work.
Harald Dippe deals with the topic of rescue at the German Social Accident Insurance Institution for the construction industry (BG BAU) – for example at workplaces at heights, on traffic routes or when climbing in a trade. He explains how the NEST principle can help in emergencies and gives illustrative examples from practice.