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The general principles of prevention include avoiding risks, evaluating unavoidable risks, combating risks at the source, replacing dangerous elements with safer ones, prioritizing collective protection measures over individual ones, and adapting work to the individual.
The purpose of the European Directive 89/391/CEE is to promote the improvement of safety and health for workers at work by implementing measures that ensure their well-being.
Well-being at work refers specifically to the collective approach to health and safety in the workplace, while general well-being can encompass individual aspects of health and happiness outside of work.
The three types of prevention are primary prevention, which aims to avoid risks; secondary prevention, which aims to prevent damage; and tertiary prevention, which aims to limit damage after it has occurred.
Danger is defined as the intrinsic property or capability of an object, substance, process, or situation to cause harm or threaten the well-being of workers.
Risk refers to the probability that harm or injury to workers will occur under certain conditions of use or exposure to a danger, as well as the potential severity of that harm.
Employers are required to conduct a risk analysis, which involves identifying hazards, defining and determining risks to worker well-being, and evaluating those risks to establish preventive measures.
The Code of Well-being at Work (2017) outlines the legal framework and principles for ensuring the health and safety of workers, including guidelines for risk prevention and management.
Workplace ergonomics focuses on designing workspaces and tasks to fit the physical capabilities of workers, aiming to reduce discomfort and prevent musculoskeletal disorders.
Collective protection measures are strategies implemented to protect all workers in a workplace from hazards, prioritizing these measures over individual protective equipment.
Psychosocial risks refer to the potential for harm arising from the social and psychological aspects of work, which can affect workers' mental health and overall well-being.
Informing workers about risks is crucial for ensuring their safety and health, as it enables them to understand potential hazards and follow appropriate safety measures.
Evaluation of risks is the phase in risk analysis where identified risks are assessed to determine the appropriate preventive measures to be implemented.
The Law of August 4, 1996, focuses on ensuring the well-being of workers during their work activities by establishing legal requirements for health and safety measures.
There is a significant link between physical and psychosocial factors in workplace well-being, as physical conditions can impact mental health and vice versa.
The Royal Decree of April 10, 2014, establishes regulations for the prevention of psychosocial risks at work, emphasizing the need for employers to address these risks proactively.
CCT72 addresses stress in the workplace, while CCT100 focuses on issues related to alcohol and drugs, both aiming to improve worker well-being and safety.
Well-being at work encompasses various aspects including safety, health, psychosocial factors, ergonomics, hygiene, and the overall environment of the workplace.
Individual protective equipment serves as a last line of defense against workplace hazards, providing personal protection to workers when collective measures are insufficient.
The organization of work can significantly impact worker health by influencing stress levels, job satisfaction, and the physical demands of tasks, thereby affecting overall well-being.