According to figures published on 1 June by the ministry for Social Affairs and Work, absenteeism strongly decreased, by 22 % between 1999 and 2004, when health and safety conditions were negotiated within the framework of collective agreements. This study goes in the same direction as the bill deposited by the government, which makes social partners responsible for negotiating health and safety rules. (Réf. 06585)
Research was undertaken by the research cabinet Astri, whose conclusions are similar to those of the bill on working conditions (Arbeidsomstandighedenwet, Arbowet) proposed by the government. This project provides that as from January 1, 2007, the government will no longer enact any rules relating to health and safety for companies, which will be able to negotiate them with trade unions. The objective: to make employers and employees aware of their responsibilities, in order for the rules...
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