Why employers are required to conduct statutory training

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In today’s working world, ensuring the safety and health of their employees in the workplace is crucial for employers. Statutory training plays a central role in minimizing risks, preventing accidents, and ensuring compliance with legal regulations. In this blog post, we will highlight the necessity of such training and explain the relevant sections of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, DGUV Standard 1, and ASR 1.1. We will also present practical tips for effectively implementing annual training courses using eLearning.

Why are legally mandated training courses important?

Statutory training courses not only serve to fulfill legal requirements, but also have a direct impact on the safety and health of employees. These courses inform employees about potential workplace hazards, teach them how to use equipment, and provide them with important emergency procedures. This not only reduces the risk of workplace accidents, but also increases efficiency and productivity.

Relevant legal framework

The German Occupational Health and Safety Act (ArbSchG) forms the legal basis for occupational health and safety in Germany. According to Section 12 of the ArbSchG, employers are obligated to instruct their employees on safety and health protection at work. This instruction must be provided at regular intervals and updated as needed. The German Social Accident Insurance (DGUV) Standard 1 specifies the requirements for safety and health protection at work. Among other things, it stipulates that training must be adapted to the working conditions and hazards in the workplace. The Workplace Ordinance (ArbStättV) specifies the requirements for workplaces and workstations. The Technical Rule for Workplaces ASR 1.1 defines the minimum requirements for safety and health protection at work.

A meaningful and beneficial obligation – implementing training via eLearning.

Digitalization offers employers efficient ways to conduct legally mandated training. eLearning platforms enable flexible and cost-effective delivery of training content. Here are some practical tips for implementation:

Conduct a needs analysis: Identify the specific training needs of your employees based on their work areas and applicable regulations.
Create interactive training content: Design the training content to be interactive and engaging in order to increase employee engagement and maximize learning success.
Plan regular training: Establish a training plan that includes regular training for all employees and ensures they stay up-to-date.
Gather feedback: Solicit feedback from employees to continuously improve and adapt training content.
Documentation and tracking: Ensure that participation in training courses is documented and that employees have access to the training content to refresh their knowledge when needed.

Overall, conducting legally mandated training is not only a legal obligation but also an investment in the safety, health, and productivity of employees. By utilizing eLearning technologies, employers can manage this process effectively and benefit from the positive effects in the long term.

Michael Radmer, Founder & Managing Director WELL Plus GmbH

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