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Workplace Structures

Works Council (Betriebsrat)

Elected employee representation with co-determination rights in occupational safety and health.

The Works Council (Betriebsrat) is the elected employee representation in the company. It has extensive co-determination rights, including in occupational safety and health.

Legal Basis

According to the Works Constitution Act (BetrVG), a works council can be elected in companies with at least 5 permanent eligible employees.

Co-determination in Occupational Safety

§87 Para. 1 No. 7 BetrVG:

§89 BetrVG:

  • Monitoring of occupational safety
  • Participation in inspections
  • Contact with authorities

Role in Psychological Risk Assessment

The works council:

  • Must be involved
  • Approves the procedure
  • Accompanies implementation
  • Participates in measures

Trusted Person for Employees

The works council is contact for:

Cooperation with SafeMind

SafeMind supports works council involvement:

  • Transparent processes
  • Anonymous survey
  • Traceable evaluation
  • Joint measure development

Related Search Terms

works councilco-determinationBetrVGemployee representationoccupational safety participation

Frequently Asked Questions

What role does the works council have in risk assessment?

The works council has co-determination rights according to §87 BetrVG in risk assessment. It must be involved in planning, implementation and measure development.

Can GBU Psych be conducted without a works council?

In companies without a works council, the employer can conduct GBU Psych alone. In companies with a works council, its approval is required.

From how many employees can a works council be elected?

A works council can be elected in companies with at least 5 permanent eligible employees (§1 BetrVG).

Related Terms

BetrVG

Legal

Regulates works council co-determination, including in psychological risk assessment.

ASA

Workplace

Company committee for consulting on occupational safety matters, mandatory from 20 employees.

Risk Assessment

Legal

Systematic identification and evaluation of all hazards in the workplace - core obligation of the employer.

Workplace Bullying

Mental

Systematic harassment, exclusion or hostility toward a person in the workplace over an extended period.

Related Guide Articles

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Works Council and Risk Assessment: Co-Determination Rights

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