Spain: building contractors propose a series of measures to avoid work accidents

SEOPAN, the employers' organization representing the major building firms, answer to the report presented by the Ministry of Labour, in November 2006, which analyzed in-depth the causes of 509 deadly work accidents (see story n°061212) and largely blamed employers' behaviour. After a close reading of the text, SEOPAN answers with a series of specific proposals in order to mobilize employers and to better protect employees. (Ref. 0670012)
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  • Simplify the legislation. The unification of the legislation as regards prevention is necessary according to SEOPAN, in order to clarify the company’s obligations. “Large companies have law firms which are up to date, but most companies of the sector are small and do not have this type of facility “, explains Julian Nuñez, the general manager of SEOPAN, stated by the newspaper ABC.
  • To lower the threshold starting the obligations. It is necessary to lower the threshold above which companies ar
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