Accident at work: What to do?
Even if we don't wish it: An accident at work can happen quickly. Suva tells you how to react well in an emergency. It also provides tips and further information for a professional emergency organization.
If a serious occupational accident occurs in a company, emergency organization should proceed in a professional manner.
Before an accident: Prepare well for an emergency
Quick and professional help in the event of an accident can save lives. That is why it is important that you are well prepared for an emergency.
1. Set up professional emergency planning. As part of your safety plan, you should set up professional emergency planning. Here you will find a checklist for emergency planning:
a) Emergency planning for fixed workplaces
b) Emergency planning for non-stationary workplaces
c) The Seco emergency manual for companies and administrations Provides comprehensive information and checklists for a professional emergency organization
2. use the instruction sheet "Emergencies at work". Post the Emergency Conduct Bulletin in conspicuous places around the company: Behavior in an emergency
3. order the Suva emergency card for your wallet. Equip all employees with a Emergency card for wallet from
After an accident
Report the accident. Accident victims should report their accident to their employer as soon as possible. He will forward the accident report to the insurance company. On the Suva website for reporting claims you will find all the necessary information.
Get help with emotional distress. If you need emergency emotional help after a serious accident at work, find out more:
Adjust your system and behavior after an accident or near-accident
- Follow the most important Basic rules of occupational safety
- Set up a professional absence management and thus strengthen your prevention work in the company
- More on the topic: "Accident-free thanks to prevention"
Leaflet "Behavior in an emergency
Has a bad accident happened at work?
Consult the leaflet
"Behavior in case of emergency"
