Risks of electromagnetic fields: European legislation is clear cut and can now be put into practice

摘要

European Norm 50499 was ratified on 21st October 2008. In contrast, the deadline for implementing Directive 2004/40/EG, known as the "Workers Directive" was put back to the year 2012 by Directive 2008/46/EG. Confused? Perfect chaos? On closer inspection, the legal situation is quite clear. It gives employers and their appointed safety representatives the chance to gradually adapt their processes to the new Directive so they can be on the safe side of the law.