Protection goal (occupational safety)

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The protection goal in occupational safety ( occupational health and safety ) is defined by regulations and laws (based on EU regulations).

The protection goals result specifically from the risk assessment, which must be available for every activity, every workplace and every work equipment.

The protection goal is considered to have been achieved when the specified (and checked) measure (see hierarchy of measures ) guarantees at least the same level of security as was stipulated by the regulations and laws (state of the art).

When determining the protection goal, economic considerations do not play a role, but there can be trade-offs between different hazards.

Example: If a scaffold has to be provided for a short-term activity (e.g. one-off small repair), then the activity can be carried out by a ladder, if one comes to the conclusion that the erection of the scaffolding is a pose greater risk than the short repair job. Such trade-offs are often difficult.