A routine inspection by the Territorial Labour Inspectorate at a company operating in the industrial sector revealed serious irregularities in the application of occupational safety and health regulations. The outcome: significant fines and the obligation to immediately implement corrective measures.
During the inspection, the inspectors found that the risk assessment had not been updated, employee training was incomplete, and there were deficiencies in the provision of personal protective equipment. In addition, several work equipment items had not undergone the required periodic technical inspections, constituting a direct violation of Government Decision no. 1146/2006 on minimum safety requirements.
As a result, the company was fined 25,000 RON and was given a short deadline to correct the deficiencies. Furthermore, inspectors ordered the temporary suspension of certain equipment until the mandatory technical checks are completed.
This case highlights the importance of continuous compliance with occupational safety and health (OSH) legislation, not only during audits or inspections. Employers have an ongoing obligation to keep documentation up to date, ensure regular employee training, and check the technical condition of equipment.
Compliance with these requirements is not just a formality, but a decisive factor in preventing workplace accidents and avoiding penalties that can impact a company’s operations and reputation.