Characteristics of occupational safety and work hygiene amidst the pandemic

Abstract

To ensure proper functioning of economic entities amidst the pandemic, namely the creation of safe and healthy working conditions and reducing the risks arising from COVID-19, employers should in the organization of work be guided by the new international standard ISO/PAS 45005: 2020 “Occupational health and safety management – General guidelines for safe working during the COVID-19 pandemic”. Particular attention should be paid to mental health of employees and their emotional recovery, as well as to rational regime of work and rest.