Expert opinion
Optimise your wellbeing policy with our useful tips, clear advice and best practices. On this page we collect our blog articles under various topics to do with occupational wellbeing and health and safety. Use the filters on the left to quickly find the topic that interests you.
186 expertises found
Which absenteeism figures should I monitor?
Which figures offer a clear picture of the absenteeism in your organisation? Absenteeism expert Nathalie Vanaenrode gives you the answer in ‘Absenteeism…
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Nathalie Vanaenrode
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Prevention measures for night shift workers
Night workers are at greater risk of developing certain health problems. Follow these tips and prevention measures to improve their well-being.
Prevent occupational accidents with lock out, tag out, and try out: the safety solution for machine maintenance
Prevent occupational accidents with the LOTOTO procedure. Lock out, tag out, and try out: the safety solution for machine maintenance.
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What is the Legionella management plan?
Some companies are required to prepare a Legionella management plan. When must this be done and what exactly does it entail?
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Earthworks: what rules do you need to follow to remain legally compliant?
Graaf je bodemmaterialen uit, dan moet je de regels voor grondverzet van het VLAREBO volgen. Zo volg je correct de procedure!
Colon cancer: why employers are allies for awareness and screening
The population knows too little about colon cancer, while a stool test helps avoid deaths. According to Doctor Colemont, employers can also help.
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84% of employees in SMEs experience physical and mental discomfort
Neck and shoulder pain, fatigue, and sleep problems are the most common. Barely half of all employees have the energy for physical activities after work.
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Dorien Simons
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Monitoring absenteeism data: make it easier with absenteeism software
A mere 6% of Belgian companies use specialised tools to monitor absenteeism date. Read here which opportunities can be gained in this area.
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Bart Teuwen
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Do I always need a workstation record?
Do you work with agency workers or student workers? If so, you've probably already heard of a workstation record. But what is it and how do you manage it?
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Menopause: from taboo to talent retention
The menopause is still too often a taboo subject in the workplace, with significant consequences for both employees and employers. How do you deal with it?
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Healthy sitting at the office: these are the mistakes most likely to cause discomfort
Welke ergonomische fouten komen het vaakst voor op kantoor? En hoe vermijd je zonder grote budgetten dat ze leiden tot klachten en uitval?
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Gerrit Pollentier
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What employers should know about autism in the workplace
Autism in the workplace is a highly underestimated issue. However, only few changes are needed to create an autism-friendly workplace.
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The BA4 or BA5 certificate: working safely on or with electrical installations
The BA4 or BA5 certificate is required to work safely around, on, or with electrical installations. This is how you, as an employer, draw up this certificate.
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Who needs to carry out basic safety training on a temporary or mobile construction site?
Find out how basic safety training helps you work safely on temporary and mobile construction sites, with a focus on risk mitigation.
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AI in wellbeing and safety: hype or real help?
AI is overal. Zelfs wanneer je niet doelbewust gebruik maakt van generatieve AI zoals ChatGPT of Copilot, is het niet weg te denken uit je leven. Denk maar aan je mailbox die suggesties doet, je smartphone die zinnen afmaakt of simpelweg de spraakherkenning op je toestel die vlotjes neerschrijft wat je dicteert. Het is echter de komst van generatieve AI (GenAI) die de laatste jaren voor een stroomversnelling zorgde in zowat elke sector. Ook binnen preventie, veiligheid en welzijn op het werk.
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