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Prevention Advisor West Flanders
Safety and well-being in the workplace
Are you looking for a prevention advisor in West Flanders? Or do you urgently need a temporary replacement for your internal prevention advisor?
Prevom supports organizations in the West Flanders region with professional advice and effective tailor-made solutions. From risk analyses to implementing a prevention policy that truly works — we ensure your company remains legally compliant, safe, and healthy.
What does a prevention advisor do?
A prevention advisor is responsible for, among other things:
Drafting and implementing the Global Prevention Plan (GPP) and the Annual Action Plan (AAP)
Conducting risk analyses on safety, ergonomics, psychosocial well-being, etc.
Advising on investments in machinery or workplace design
Investigating and following up workplace accidents
Ensuring compliance with the Belgian Welfare Act and related Codex
Our prevention advisors are not only familiar with Belgian legislation but also understand the specific working conditions in West Flanders sectors such as food, textiles, logistics, and the maritime industry.
When is a prevention advisor mandatory?
According to Belgian welfare legislation, every employer must appoint a prevention advisor. How this is organized depends on the size and risks of your company:
< 20 employees: the employer can take on this role with basic training
20–50 employees: an internal employee may act as a prevention advisor after the appropriate training
> 50 employees: an internal prevention service with a certified prevention advisor (Level I or II) is mandatory
🔄 Temporary replacement needed?
Is your internal prevention advisor temporarily absent due to illness, leave, or an unfilled vacancy?
Prevom offers quick and flexible support throughout West Flanders. We ensure a smooth transition so your prevention policy never comes to a standstill.
Our strengths for temporary assignments:
Available within a few days to at most a few weeks
Transparent agreements and clear reporting
Experience in sectors such as the port (Zeebrugge), healthcare, transport, and SMEs
📍 Strong local presence in West Flanders
Our prevention advisors are active in Kortrijk, Bruges, Roeselare, Ostend, Waregem, Ypres, and Zeebrugge. Thanks to our on-site presence, we know the specific safety challenges in this province — think of industrial zones like Menen or port activities in Zeebrugge.
We work closely with the local Federal Public Service for workplace welfare supervision, external technical control services, and external prevention and protection services (EDPBW), allowing us to act quickly and anticipate specific needs.
Whether you are based in an SME in Kortrijk or a large company on the coast — Prevom is your reliable safety partner.
What does Prevom do to help with prevention policies?
Step 1:
perform safety scan
in which the safety policy is audited
Prevom provides an in-depth analysis of your organisation’s current safety situation.
Prevom provides an in-depth analysis of your organisation’s current safety situation.
Step 2:
Preparation of global prevention plan (GPP) and annual action plan (AAP)
Identified areas of concern are translated into a concrete planned campaign:
targets are set for improved prevention policies in both the short and longer term.
Identified areas of concern are translated into a concrete planned campaign:
targets are set for improved prevention policies in both the short and longer term.
Step 3:
Proactive support with developing the security policy
Prevom provides active support for implementing and maintaining the prevention policy within your company.
🎯 Why choose Prevom in West Flanders?
- Experienced prevention advisors Level I & II
Our advisors have completed the required prevention training and have years of experience in various West Flanders sectors — from industry to healthcare, from SMEs to large companies.
- Quickly deployable
If your internal prevention advisor is unexpectedly absent, sick, or there is a vacancy, we ensure a smooth and immediate solution so your prevention policy never halts.
- Tailor-made advice
No standard formulas, but an approach that works within your context. Every company is unique — we provide solutions that truly work.
- Strong regional anchoring
With advisors spread across West Flanders, we are always nearby. We understand the local business culture and regulations.
- Clear communication and measurable results
We communicate transparently, provide clear reports, and think proactively. No empty advice, only concrete action points.
💬 Client testimonial
“Prevom quickly helped us out in Roeselare when our internal prevention advisor dropped out. They were not only quickly available but also immediately understood how our sector works.”
— HR Manager, food company West Flanders
Frequently Asked Questions about prevention advice in West Flanders
A prevention policy is a set of measures to guarantee safety and well-being at work. It prevents workplace accidents and health risks. It is legally required under the Welfare Act of 1996.
No problem. Prevom can temporarily take on this role while you work on a permanent solution. This allows you to search for a new colleague while still ensuring support for your internal prevention service, or Prevom can guide someone internally who is still in training.
Yes, we carry out risk analyses, workplace inspections, and policy audits throughout West Flanders. Our reports are ready for inspection or internal discussion.
We also have colleagues who are lead auditors (IRCA-certified) and can audit management systems such as ISO 9001, 45001, etc.
In most cases, we can deploy a prevention advisor within a few working days to a few weeks. For urgent cases, we make immediate contact for a fast start.
We are active in various sectors such as industry, logistics, port, healthcare, construction, and more. Thanks to our broad experience, we can quickly adapt with sector-specific risk knowledge.
Yes, we also provide short-term support, such as preparing a risk analysis, assistance with inspections, or advice on safety procedures.
Our rates are transparent and depend on the assignment. We are happy to provide a free tailored quote.
Yes, we assist you in drafting and following up on a legally compliant Global Prevention Plan (GPP) and Annual Action Plan (AAP), fully tailored to your organization.
Absolutely. We have strong connections with EDPBWs in West Flanders and align our operations perfectly with them.