Labour Inspection Bayern
Bavaria has eight independent State Trade Inspectorates providing comprehensive occupational safety coverage across all administrative districts. Bavaria has maintained its own occupational safety authority since 1879 — one of the oldest in Germany — with a deep institutional tradition in trade supervision. The Bavarian offices report directly to the State Ministry of Health and Care.
Primary State Law
The Bavarian Occupational Safety Act (BayASchG) regulates the organisation and responsibilities of state occupational safety authorities in Bavaria and sets special requirements for company supervision.
Special Features of Bayern
- Own occupational safety authority since 1879 – one of the oldest in Germany
- Eight independent trade inspectorates with their own staff and budgets
- Specialised inspection teams for automotive, chemicals and agriculture
All 8 offices in Bayern
Gewerbeaufsichtsamt München
München
Phone: 089 5116-2426
Psychische Gefährdungsbeurteilung (§5 Abs. 3 Nr. 6 ArbSchG)
DetailsGewerbeaufsichtsamt Augsburg
Augsburg
Phone: 0821 3156-01
Psychische Gefährdungsbeurteilung und GDA-Konformität
DetailsGewerbeaufsichtsamt Nürnberg
Nürnberg
Phone: 0911 9128-0
Psychische Gefährdungsbeurteilung nach §5 ArbSchG
DetailsGewerbeaufsichtsamt Würzburg
Würzburg
Phone: 0931 380-0
Psychische Gefährdungsbeurteilung und GDA-Konformität
DetailsGewerbeaufsichtsamt Regensburg
Regensburg
Phone: 0941 5680-0
Psychische Gefährdungsbeurteilung
DetailsGewerbeaufsichtsamt Landshut
Landshut
Phone: 0871 808-0
Psychische Gefährdungsbeurteilung in Pflege und Gesundheitswesen
DetailsGewerbeaufsichtsamt Bayreuth
Bayreuth
Phone: 0921 604-0
Psychische Gefährdungsbeurteilung
DetailsGewerbeaufsichtsamt Weiden
Weiden in der Oberpfalz
Phone: 0961 391-0
Psychische Gefährdungsbeurteilung in KMU
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many trade inspectorate offices does Bayern have?
Bayern has 8 offices responsible for occupational health and safety supervision. These are organised as State Trade Inspectorates and implement the GDA programme 2024–2028 across the entire state.
Which law governs risk assessment in Bayern?
The primary state law in Bayern is BayASchG. The Bavarian Occupational Safety Act (BayASchG) regulates the organisation and responsibilities of state occupational safety authorities in Bavaria and sets special requirements for company supervision. In addition, the federal Occupational Safety Act (ArbSchG §5 Para. 3 No. 6) requires all employers to include psychological stress in their risk assessment.
What do the State Trade Inspectorates in Bayern inspect?
The State Trade Inspectorates in Bayern inspect companies for compliance with the Occupational Safety Act (ArbSchG). The primary focus in the GDA programme 2024–2028 is the psychological risk assessment (GB Psych), checking whether employers have documented a complete assessment covering all six GDA design areas for all employee groups.
How often is a company in Bayern inspected?
Under the GDA programme 2024–2028, at least 5% of all companies in Bayern are inspected annually. The actual frequency depends on company size, sector and previous compliance. Companies with documented deficiencies can be re-inspected within a shorter period.
What happens if an inspection in Bayern finds deficiencies?
If the State Trade Inspectorates in Bayern find that the psychological risk assessment is missing or incomplete, they can issue an order to remedy the deficiency within a set deadline. If the order is not complied with, fines of up to €30,000 per violation (§25 ArbSchG) can be imposed. Intentional or repeated violations may result in higher penalties or criminal proceedings.