The 5% inspection rate refers to the goal of occupational safety authorities to inspect at least 5% of all companies annually for proper implementation of psychological risk assessment from 2026.
Background
The Joint German Occupational Safety Strategy (GDA) has defined the priority program "Psyche" for the period 2024-2029. Core elements:
- Increased inspection density: Systematic inspections
- Minimum rate: 5% of companies annually
- Focus: Psychological stress at work
What Is Inspected?
Supervisory authorities check:
- Was a risk assessment conducted?
- Were psychological stresses included?
- Is documentation complete?
- Were measures derived?
- Was effectiveness verified?
Consequences of Deficiencies
- Advice: For minor deficiencies
- Orders: For significant deficiencies
- Fines: Up to €30,000
- Enforcement measures: For non-compliance
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