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Practical articles on occupational safety, fire safety and regulatory changes — written by our consultants, in plain language.

Practising with a fire extinguisher at a workplace fire safety training

Fire Safety

4 fires that hold important lessons for workplace fire safety

From the World Trade Center to Grenfell Tower: four fires that show why prevention, proper communication, maintenance and well-rehearsed emergency procedures can be decisive. Part one of a three-part series.

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Construction worker drinking water in the blazing sun

Occupational Safety

Heat Alert! Working in Prolonged Hot Weather

During prolonged heat, Hungarian regulations protect workers: above 24 degrees C protective drinks are mandatory, hourly rest breaks must be provided, and effective temperature limits apply by type of work.

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Group of workers at a commemoration in an industrial hall

Occupational Safety

April 28 - World Day for Safety and Health at Work

Since 2012, April 28 has been Hungary's official day of remembrance for workers injured or killed in workplace accidents. The day's Canadian origins and Hungarian accident statistics.

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Worker in protective suit removing asbestos roofing sheets

Occupational Health

On Average, 20 Workers Lose Their Lives Every Week to Asbestos-Related Diseases

Although asbestos is banned, it is still present in older buildings and can become airborne during demolition or even simple home drilling. What asbestos is, why it is dangerous, and what Hungarian law requires.

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Road worker outdoors in falling snow

Occupational Safety

Rules for Working in Prolonged Cold

Working in the cold carries serious health risks. When does a workplace qualify as cold, and what measures must the employer take: rest breaks, hot tea and protective clothing against the cold.

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Worker safely climbing a secured ladder

Workplace Safety

A Ladder Safety Guide in 2 Minutes

A practical ladder safety guide: setting up the ladder correctly using the 4-to-1 rule, maintaining three points of contact while climbing, and the key rules for working on a ladder.

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Breathalyser at a workplace check

Legislation

Don't Even Think About Working Under the Influence!

From July 1, an accident no longer qualifies as an occupational accident if it was caused, in whole or in part, by alcohol or drug impairment. What does this mean for employees and employers?

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Safety consultant assessing hazards on a factory floor

Occupational Safety

About the Workplace Risk Assessment

A risk assessment is not just a document for avoiding regulatory fines: handled properly, it is an effective tool that protects employees and boosts productivity.

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Fire safety professional inspecting an extinguisher

Fire Safety

Rules on Employing a Fire Safety Specialist Have Been Tightened

Under Decree 9/2015. (III. 25.) BM, employing a fire safety specialist has been mandatory since April 2 for schools, care homes, hotels and others - non-compliance can mean a fine of up to HUF 500,000.

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