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The Administration of Occupational Safety and Health

Everyone Home Safe

The Goal of the Administration of Occupational Safety and Health is that Everyone gets Safe Home from work

Is everything in order at your workplace?

Employers are strongly encouraged to prioritize investing in safety and well-being of their employees rather than administrative fines. With a new law that came into force on January 1, 2025, the AOSH is authorized to impose administrative fines on employers, contractor or their representatives for repeated violations of occupational safety and health regulations.

Find out more here

Avoid falling at work

Falls in the work environment are among the most common occupational accidents reported to the Administration of Occupational Safety and Health. The accidents, which are especially common in winter, can have serious consequences.

More about falls at work

Health and safety plan

Health and safety plan

All employers are responsible for preparing a written Health and Safety Plan for the workplace, regardless of its size.

Occupati­onal safety and health courses

Occupational safety and health courses

The AOSH regularly holds various courses related to occupational safety and health, heavy machinery, chemicals and chemical risks. Most courses are digital.

Work machines and appli­ances

Work machines and appliances

The AOSH is responsible for the registration and inspection of Heavy machinery and equpment and the issuance and renewal of machinery rights. The Administration also holds courses on machinery rights.