About EU-OSHA

The European Agency for Safety and Health at Work (EU-OSHA) works to make Europe a safer, healthier and more productive place to work. We bring together governments, employers and workers to share knowledge and develop practical solutions.

Our key resources include the OSHwiki knowledge base, the OiRA interactive risk assessment platform, the ESENER survey dashboard, and the OSH Barometer — all designed to support evidence-based prevention across every sector.

• OSHwiki — comprehensive online encyclopedia of occupational safety and health
• OiRA — sector-specific online interactive risk assessment for SMEs
• ESENER — European Survey of Enterprises on New and Emerging Risks
• OSH Barometer — visual data tool comparing OSH performance across Europe

Understanding and managing workplace risks begins with accessible, practical tools. The interactive risk assessment platform offers businesses of all sizes a structured way to identify hazards, evaluate their severity, and implement effective prevention measures. Designed with sector-specific modules, it guides users step by step through the assessment process without requiring expert knowledge. This approach empowers employers and workers alike to take ownership of safety, turning complex regulatory requirements into manageable, everyday actions that reduce accidents and promote a culture of continuous improvement across organisations.

Comprehensive data on occupational safety and health across Europe comes from large-scale surveys that capture the realities of workplaces in diverse sectors and member states. These surveys examine how risks are managed, what prevention measures are in place, and how worker participation shapes safety outcomes. The findings help policymakers, researchers, and practitioners identify emerging trends, benchmark national performance, and design evidence-based strategies. By making this data openly available through interactive dashboards and reports, the agency supports transparency and informed decision-making at every level of governance.

The modern workplace faces evolving challenges that demand forward-looking approaches. Digitalisation, automation, and the rise of platform work are reshaping how people work and what risks they encounter. Psychosocial factors such as work-related stress, long hours, and job insecurity increasingly affect wellbeing alongside traditional physical hazards. At the same time, an ageing workforce and the green transition bring new considerations for occupational health. Addressing these shifts requires adaptable strategies, updated guidance, and a commitment to ensuring that innovation does not come at the expense of worker protection.

Knowledge sharing lies at the heart of effective prevention. A collaborative online encyclopaedia brings together contributions from safety professionals, researchers, and practitioners across Europe to build a rich repository of practical guidance. Topics range from dangerous substances and musculoskeletal disorders to psychosocial risks and emerging technologies. This collective resource ensures that reliable, peer-reviewed information is freely available to anyone seeking to improve workplace conditions. Combined with awareness-raising campaigns, training materials, and good-practice awards, it helps spread proven solutions and inspires continuous progress in occupational safety and health.