Accident prevention regulations (UVV) are an indispensable set of rules for occupational safety and health protection in companies. Injuries and occupational illnesses can cause considerable costs and loss of production, which is why the UVV regulations of the German Social Accident Insurance (DGUV) are binding for companies.
These guidelines cover topics such as UVV instruction obligations, vehicle inspections, and documentation requirements to prevent accidents at work and protect employees. The guide explains the importance of the UVV, their legal basis, and practical implementation steps for companies.
The DGUV regulations (accident prevention regulations) are legally binding standards issued by accident insurance institutions by § 15 SGB VII (Social Code VII). They are developed in the DGUV's specialist departments with the involvement of the DGUV and serve to fulfill the prevention mandate by § 14 SGB VII.
Since 1997, the legal basis for accident insurance institutions has been regulated in the Seventh Book of the Social Code (SGB VII), previously in the Reich Insurance Code (RVO) :
Other important laws and regulations in the area of occupational safety and prevention are:
The DGUV regulations and rules define ways to prevent occupational accidents, occupational diseases, and work-related health hazards. The DGUV rules specify the content of national occupational health and safety regulations, laws, ordinances, and technical specifications. The DGUV industry rules summarize the existing complex occupational health and safety regulations, especially for companies and educational institutions in a specific industry.
The UVV instruction obligation for vehicle drivers is an essential component of occupational safety and health protection in the company. According to the DGUV regulations, employers must regularly instruct their employees who drive vehicles as part of their work. These instructions serve to inform employees about possible dangers and safety measures when handling vehicles and thus prevent accidents.
The instructions must take place before starting work and when there are changes to the work task, the work equipment, or the working environment. In addition, regular instructions are required at appropriate intervals to refresh employees' knowledge.
Documentation of the training provided is also mandatory. Employers must keep records of the content, participants, and date of the training to be able to prove compliance with the UVV regulations in the event of an accident or inspection.
The regular inspection of vehicles is an essential part of the accident prevention regulations (UVV) of the DGUV. Employers must ensure that the vehicles used by their employees are properly maintained and in a safe operating condition. This includes the following checks:
The tests must be carried out by qualified persons who have the necessary knowledge and skills. The results of the inspections must be documented and any defects found must be rectified immediately.
Proper documentation of all measures to comply with accident prevention regulations (UVV) is crucial for companies. Here are some important aspects:
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The terms DGUV and UVV both refer to the same set of regulations. UVV stands for accident prevention regulation and describes the type of regulation. DGUV regulations are the specific documents in which the accident prevention regulations are laid down.
The following regulations in particular must be observed: Vehicles are considered work equipment and employers are obliged to instruct their employees in the use of this work equipment. Before a vehicle is used for the first time, specific instructions must be given for the vehicle in question.
The accident prevention regulations (UVV) are binding requirements for occupational safety and health protection in the workplace. They apply to all companies and insured persons covered by statutory accident insurance.
A DGUV principle defines standards for certain procedural issues, such as the performance of inspections. One example is DGUV Principle 308-006 "Test book for power-operated doors", which, however, no longer corresponds to the current status and is considered outdated.
[1] - https://www.dguv.de/de/praevention/vorschriften_regeln/vorschriften/index.jsp
[2] - https://www.dguv.de/de/versicherung/gesetz_grundlage/index.jsp
[3] - https://www.dguv.de/de/praevention/vorschriften_regeln/regeln_infos/index.jsp
[4] - https://www.drivers-check.de/blog/was-sind-die-uvv-alle-grundlagen-im-ueberblick/