Prevom joins Securex Investing together in an enhanced prevention offering Prevom becomes part of Securex and thereby strengthens its prevention expertise. The current labour market requires a proactive approach to well-being at work. We are therefore proud to announce that Prevom is now part of the Securex Group, one of the leading Belgian players in…
A day in the life of a prevention advisor Building safety As a prevention advisor, I operate at the intersection of concrete and compliance, between people and policy. Site safety is no coincidence. It’s the result of deliberate choices, daily checks, and true commitment. As a prevention advisor, I operate at the intersection of concrete…
Que you are telling moi? Why a language policy in the workplace is not a luxury, but a necessity. We’ve all experienced it. An employee hears an instruction and looks at you with a puzzled face: “Que you are telling moi?”What may seem like a funny moment can unfortunately lead to mistakes, frustration, or even…
If the shoe fits, (maybe don’t) wear it You have carried out your risk assessment, and it shows that your employees must wear safety shoes. You look around, check price/quality, and done – problem solved! That was how things went 30 years ago. But times have changed, and materials and technologies have improved. Employees’ expectations…
When is it too hot? Temperature is measured with a thermometer, right?So, if I want to know whether it’s too hot for my employees to work and whether I need to take measures, I just look at the thermometer… right? If only it were that simple. In hot weather, much more is involved than just…
I’m still standing How to motivate your employees to actually use their sit-stand desks Sit-stand desks are now present in many workplaces. They promise a healthier work environment and more variety during the day. But in reality? The average employee uses the “standing” function for less than 2% of their working time. A shame, because…
First Aid legislation Organising first aid in a company is not only a legal requirement, but also crucially important. In many sectors, the risks are significant and accidents with serious consequences occur more frequently (especially in the construction sector). A well-structured first aid system allows for a quick and efficient response in the event of…
A day in the life of a safety consultant My work is mainly people-oriented, dynamic, and surprisingly diverse. When people ask me what I do as a safety consultant, I notice they often think of thick binders, lots of rules and checklists, and comments like “watch out, here comes the safety person again.” And to…
Corporate sustainability obligations for businesses Extra breathing space from the EU The European Union continues to prioritize sustainability and responsible business conduct. Through various directives, it imposes specific obligations on companies to integrate social, environmental, and governance considerations into their operations. While these obligations are essential for achieving the EU’s climate goals and enhancing corporate…
Legislation on CPE and PPE Collective protective equipment (CPE) reduces risks by addressing them at the source, ensuring the safety of all employees in the workplace (this is known as collective safety). Personal protective equipment (PPE), on the other hand, is intended to protect individual workers from potential harm when collective measures are insufficient. Table…