The thematic scope of Phase IV of the programme is divided into two parts: A – Tasks related to the services of the state
and B – Research and development projects.
Part A – Tasks related to the services of the state include the following thematic groups:
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Group 1 |
Establishing OSH standards |
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Group 2 |
Developing methods and tools for the prevention and reduction of occupational risk in the workplace |
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Group 3 |
Developing a system to test machinery, technical equipment, and tools as well as personal and collective protective equipment |
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Group 4 |
Developing a system for OSH education, information and promotion. |
Part B – Research and development tasks include projects within the following main research areas:
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Area I |
Maintaining work ability |
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Area II |
New and emerging risks related to new technologies and work processes |
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Area III |
Materials engineering and advanced technologies for OSH |
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Area IV |
Developing a safety culture |