is intended to make it substantially easier for injured parties to assert their claims on a legal basis other than product liability law, for example in the event of violations of fundamental rights, or
highlights the importance of standardization for occupational safety and health. Standards form the basis for the design of safe work equipment and are a source of information for companies seeking to source
From DIN A4 to social responsibility: a paradigm shift in standardization? Europe creates a legal basis for safe construction products Occupational safety and health in Italy has been restructured Print
could be deleted. The information obtained and proposals made in this way constitute an important basis for the revision of the standard. A broad spectrum of methods are available for measuring mental strain
the process. DIN is now providing additional support by informing the KAN Secretariat on a weekly basis of newly adopted work items that may have a bearing on the safety and health of workers at work. The
still uncertain how occupational safety and health should address many of these developments. On what basis can the safety of new products and systems be tested when standards governing them do not yet exist
placed upon the market, however. Where such devices are concerned, measures can be taken only on the basis of the provisions governing the health and safety of workers at work. Corado Mattiuzzo mattiuzzo@kan
to decide whether and under what conditions he may allow his employees to work safely only on the basis of the installation characteristics. Based upon a risk assessment, he may have to provide personal
certification. The INCDPM is coordinated by the Ministry of Labour, Family and Social Protection. On the basis of sound scientific expertise, it advises policymakers on measures and developments in the area of
therefore been addressed and the validity of standardized test methods examined. The results formed the basis for proposals for amendments. Which shoe is appropriate for which floor? Comprehensive empirical studies