Etapa 3. Vídeo 2. Responsabilidades y organización de la prevención. Ruta hacia el éxito profesional

Responsibilities in Preventive Matters

Responsibilities of Employers

• Employers face administrative responsibilities, including fines ranging from €40 to €819,000 based on the severity of non-compliance with occupational risk prevention regulations.

• Civil responsibility arises if an employer causes harm to a worker due to failure in adhering to safety regulations, potentially leading to compensation claims.

• Criminal liability can occur if an employer endangers individuals severely; penalties may include fines or imprisonment depending on the incident's gravity.

Responsibilities of Workers

• Workers who fail to meet their preventive obligations may be sanctioned by employers, with penalties classified as minor, serious, or very serious according to collective agreements.

• Sanctions for workers can range from verbal warnings to disciplinary dismissal without entitlement to compensation.

Role of Labor Inspection

• The labor inspection authority plays a crucial role in risk prevention by visiting companies and issuing infringement reports when violations are found.

• Inspectors can issue warnings and requirements detailing necessary measures for compliance and set deadlines for implementation.

Organizing Prevention in Companies

• The organization of prevention depends on company size and the knowledge level regarding risk prevention among employers and employees. Options include:

• Personal assumption by the employer (for small businesses).

• Designating one or more workers for preventive tasks.

• Establishing an internal prevention service or contracting external services.

Employer's Qualifications and Activities

• Employers must possess basic training in occupational risk prevention (30 or 50 hours course), especially if they manage up to 25 workers at a single site.

• Certain activities are deemed particularly hazardous under regulations, such as those involving ionizing radiation, toxic agents, explosives, mining operations, construction work, etc.

Designation of Workers for Prevention Tasks

• If employers choose to designate workers for preventive roles, they must ensure adequate staffing levels and provide necessary resources for effective performance.

• Employees assigned these functions should receive appropriate training and cannot be dismissed for performing their preventive duties.

Establishing Internal vs. External Prevention Services