Labour Inspectorate
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The Labour Inspectorate of the Republic of Slovenia regularly monitors compliance with labour legislation regarding working hours, rest periods, overtime work, and occupational safety and health, including in the retail sector.
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The Labour Inspectorate of the Republic of Slovenia began carrying out inspections during the summer season, when workloads in the hospitality and tourism sectors are even higher.
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The Labour Inspectorate of the Republic of Slovenia has carried out several inspections at the employer Bobnar, and the proceedings are not yet concluded.
News
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When the load becomes too heavy: Health risks of manual handling of loads
Ročno premeščanje bremen pomeni katerokoli od dejavnosti, ki jih izvaja eden ali več delavcev: dvigovanje, držanje, odlaganje, potiskanje, vlečenje, prenašanje ali premikanje bremena. Breme je lahko živo (oseba ali žival) ali neživo (predmet). Te dejavnosti pogosto potekajo v ergonomskih pogojih, ki lahko pomenijo nevarnost za zdravje delavcev, predvsem v smislu razvoja kostno-mišičnih obolenj.
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Cooperation in the European Project EURODETACHEMENT
In 2024, the Labour Inspectorate of the Republic of Slovenia joined the international European project EURODETACHEMENT – ED6 for the first time. The project was coordinated by the French National Institute for Labour, Employment and Vocational Training (Institut National du Travail, de l'Emploi et de la Formation Professionnelle – INTEFP) and funded by the European Commission.
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A New Heatwave is Approaching
Meteorologists are forecasting a new heatwave that will affect Slovenia in the coming days. High temperatures can pose a serious health risk, especially for those working outdoors. The Labour Inspectorate of the Republic of Slovenia stresses that under such conditions it is essential to ensure adequate protection for workers and to adapt the work process accordingly.
