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Philosophy

For a safe, healthy and competitive world of work - the philosophy of the Federal Institute for Occupational Safety and Health

Our Commitment

We are committed to the safety and health of people in their working and living environment.
With our results we help to ensure a high quality of work and competitive companies.
We advise and support the Federal Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs as well as other ministries, we have sovereign tasks, conduct research and develop practical solutions.
We give information and advice on safety and health at work and offer a unique place of learning, where the change in the world of work and its humane design can be experienced in concrete form.

Our Customer Orientation

We actively approach our customers and advise them in a competent, efficient and friendly fashion.
The information we give is easy to understand and dependable.
We see ourselves as an independent expert partner for all players in the field of safety and health at work.
The collaboration with our partners is characterized by joint learning and mutual respect.

Our Management and Co-operation

Common objectives, involvement in decisions and transparency are our basis for successful teamwork.
We help create a trusting atmosphere and use criticism as a source of improvements.
Our managerial staff make demands on and promote the skills of employees.

How We Deal With Others

We act as colleagues, approaching others in a supportive, communicative and open fashion.
We respect people and their work in equal measure, we develop a trusting relationship with our partners and we are reliable.
We address problems and learn from our mistakes.