Legal Requirements and Responsibilities for Impact Protection

Who is responsible for making sure protection is in place? Which laws apply? These questions often come up during procurement and planning of safety solutions. Here we clarify what applies to employers, property owners and contractors.

The Swedish Work Environment Act

The employer always bears ultimate responsibility for ensuring a safe work environment. This includes preventing accident risks through risk assessment, which often leads to requirements for protecting personnel and property.

AFS Regulations from the Swedish Work Environment Authority

• AFS 2001:1 Systematic Work Environment Management
• AFS 2006:4 Use of Work Equipment

The regulations clarify responsibilities and the requirement to minimize risks, which often includes collision risks in industrial facilities and warehouses.

Responsibilities of Property Owners and Tenants

Responsibility for protection can vary. Property owners are often responsible for common areas, while tenants are responsible for their production areas. It is important to clarify this in the lease agreement.

Insurance Company Requirements

Many insurance companies require documented protection in order to pay out compensation after accidents. A lack of protection can negatively affect claims settlement.

Construction Contract Law

In projects, the contract documents should clearly state whether the contractor or the client is responsible for ensuring that safety solutions are installed correctly.

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