This is the final blog post in our series about the statutory APV. Previously, we covered what an APV is, what it must contain, and how to identify workplace and working environment risks. In this blog post, you can learn more about developing an action plan and following up on your company’s workplace assessment.
Solutions and action plan in the APV
If your assessment reveals working environment problems that can be immediately resolved, you should do so.
It is important that your solutions address the root causes of the problems and prevent them from recurring. If problems cannot be resolved immediately, they must be included in your written action plan.
Risks that affect employee safety and well-being should be prioritised.
Examples of critical risks might include exposed chemicals, loose wiring, or dangling ceiling panels. It could also involve a lack of IT equipment or assistive devices necessary for proper task execution.
It is essential to involve employees throughout the process. Their input and experiences are invaluable when identifying risks and finding effective solutions.
Implement the APV plan and follow up
The next step in the APV process is to implement the agreed solutions and preventive measures.
After these measures have been in place for a while, you should evaluate whether they have worked as intended. If not, you must find alternative solutions and update your action plan.
The first time you conduct an APV, you must assess all working environment conditions within your company. After that, you must carry out an APV whenever relevant changes occur, such as changes in work processes that could affect the working environment.
It is mandatory to assess all working environment conditions at least once every three years, or whenever changes significantly impacting the working environment occur.
We can help you all the way
As an Azets customer, your company can receive prompt advice regarding the statutory APV assessment and possibly a well-being survey. Our senior consultants are ready to assist you via "Ask the APV Expert". Once you are registered, you can call Azets’ senior consultants, who will quickly guide you with clear explanations. The team consists of experienced HR specialists with many years of experience in APV and well-being assessments. We can help you stay on top of all regulations and ensure you get the full benefit of the survey, supporting you with the necessary initiatives and resources.
