Professional Associations (Berufsgenossenschaften/BGen) are the providers of statutory accident insurance for companies. All companies are automatically members of a BG and pay contributions.
Tasks of Professional Associations
Prevention:
- Prevention of work accidents and occupational diseases
- Consulting and training
- Development of rules and standards
Rehabilitation:
- Medical treatment after work accidents
- Vocational reintegration
- Retraining for occupational disability
Compensation:
- Injury benefit
- Pensions for permanent impairment
- Survivor benefits
Relevant Professional Associations
Depending on industry:
- VBG: Administration, banks, insurance
- BGHW: Trade and logistics
- BG BAU: Construction
- BGN: Food and hospitality
- BGHM: Wood and metal
- And other industry-specific BGs
Support for Psychological Stress
BGs offer:
- Seminars on psychological risk assessment
- Implementation consulting
- Materials and action guides
- Financial support for prevention measures
BG and SafeMind
SafeMind meets all DGUV requirements and is recognized by professional associations as a professional instrument.