Occupational health articles
Practical guides for meeting your occupational health obligations - from legislation and documentation to costs and choosing a service provider.
Guides
18 articlesHow to prepare for a Labour Inspectorate visit (in Estonian)
The Labour Inspectorate carried out 2,321 supervisory proceedings in 2025 (Labour Inspectorate Annual Report 2025). A 10-step checklist, the most common violations, fine amounts and the inspection timeline - everything an employer needs to know.
Read article → GuidesWorkplace safety statistics in Estonia (in Estonian)
Figures and trends for workplace accidents, fatalities and occupational diseases: registered workplace deaths fell from 14 to 7 in a single year. Based on Labour Inspectorate annual reports.
Read article → GuidesOccupational health risk assessment - what it is and how to carry it out
A workplace risk assessment is mandatory for all employers from the first employee (TTOS § 13 lg 1). A step-by-step guide to preparing, documenting and updating it.
Read article → GuidesRemote work and occupational health duties - what employers need to know (in Estonian)
Remote working does not release an employer from occupational health obligations. Risk assessment, ergonomics, psychosocial risks and documentation - a complete guide.
Read article → GuidesHow to terminate an occupational health contract? A step-by-step guide (in Estonian)
Notice period, written notification, transfer of health data and finding a new service provider. A practical guide for employers.
Read article → GuidesOccupational health documentation required by the Labour Inspectorate during an inspection
A complete list of mandatory occupational health documents. Retention periods, format requirements and what inspectors check during a visit.
Read article → GuidesOrganising occupational health in a small business: a step-by-step guide for beginners (in Estonian)
Risk assessment, occupational health contract, health checks, first-aider and documentation - everything required under TTOS for 2025-2026.
Read article → GuidesA new company and occupational health duties - what to do from day one?
A newly established company must meet occupational health requirements immediately. A risk assessment is mandatory for everyone; health surveillance must begin within four months.
Read article → GuidesDo I need an occupational health contract? A quick check (in Estonian)
If you have even one employee on an employment contract, an occupational health contract is required by law (TTOS § 12 lg 1). A quick decision tree - takes 2 minutes.
Read article → GuidesOrganising occupational health in the construction sector (in Estonian)
Construction is one of the Labour Inspectorate's priority supervisory sectors for 2026 (Labour Inspectorate 2026 sample, ti.ee). Mandatory health checks by risk factor, subcontractor arrangements and the fine schedule for construction companies.
Read article → GuidesOccupational health for a small construction firm (in Estonian)
Do occupational health requirements apply to a construction firm with 1-10 employees? Yes. A practical guide from risk assessment to health surveillance, common violations and fines of up to €32,000 (TTOS § 27-1 - § 27-5 lg 2).
Read article → GuidesOrganising occupational health in the transport sector (in Estonian)
Transport is one of the Labour Inspectorate's priority supervisory sectors for 2026 (Labour Inspectorate 2026 sample, ti.ee). Mandatory medical certificates for drivers, working-time limits (EU 561/2006), vibration and exhaust fumes, and compliance checks for transport companies.
Read article → GuidesOrganising occupational health in the healthcare sector (in Estonian)
Needlestick injuries, biological hazards, radiation, chemical disinfectants and burnout - the healthcare sector carries high occupational health risks. A practical guide for employers.
Read article → GuidesOrganising occupational health in the manufacturing sector (in Estonian)
Manufacturing is one of the Labour Inspectorate's priority supervisory sectors for 2026 (Labour Inspectorate 2026 sample, ti.ee). Chemical agents, noise, ergonomics and PPE obligations - a complete compliance check for production companies.
Read article → GuidesOrganising occupational health in the education sector (in Estonian)
Voice strain, psychosocial stress, infection risk and chemical hazards in laboratories - TTOS § 13 obligations for educational institutions, typical Labour Inspectorate findings and steps for setting up occupational health for school principals and nursery directors.
Read article → GuidesOrganising occupational health in the health and social sector (in Estonian)
Burnout, infection risk and shift work - specific risks in the health and social sector and TTOS obligations. A practical guide for employers.
Read article → GuidesOrganising occupational health in warehousing and logistics (in Estonian)
Manual handling, forklift vibration, cold and warm storage facilities, night work - TTOS § 13 obligations in the warehousing sector, typical Labour Inspectorate findings and steps to a compliant occupational health setup.
Read article → GuidesOrganising occupational health in the HoReCa sector (in Estonian)
Burns, slippery floors, cleaning chemicals, night work and psychosocial strain - TTOS § 13 obligations in the HoReCa sector, typical Labour Inspectorate findings and occupational health setup steps for restaurants, hotels and catering businesses.
Read article →Legislation
5 articlesOccupational Health and Safety Act 2026 - amendments and key requirements (in Estonian)
TTOS 2026 amendments and employer obligations. Risk assessment, health surveillance, occupational health contract - all obligations with references to TTOS sections. Fine of up to €32,000 (TTOS § 27-1 - § 27-5 lg 2).
Read article → LegislationA workplace accident has occurred - what it means for an employer without health surveillance (in Estonian)
A workplace accident without health surveillance in place means significantly greater liability: civil claims, administrative penalties under TTOS § 27-1 - § 27-5 and possible criminal liability.
Read article → LegislationWhat happens if an employer fails to arrange occupational health checks? (in Estonian)
The Labour Inspectorate starts with a precept; for a repeated violation the fine reaches up to €32,000 (TTOS § 27-1 - § 27-5 lg 2). In the event of a workplace accident, the employer's liability increases. A step-by-step solution.
Read article → LegislationAn employee refuses a health check - what must the employer do? (in Estonian)
An employer cannot compel attendance, but must document the refusal and may apply disciplinary measures. A step-by-step guide under TTOS § 14.
Read article → LegislationOccupational health duties for small businesses - 1 to 9 employees
Even a company with a single employee has all occupational health obligations. Risk assessment, health surveillance, a contract - mandatory for everyone. Minimum requirements and costs.
Read article →Service providers
3 articlesChoosing an occupational health service provider - what to check before signing a contract (in Estonian)
8 criteria, questions to ask before signing, red flags and the difference between a framework agreement and a one-off service. A practical guide for employers.
Read article → Service providersComparison of occupational health service providers in Estonia 2026 (in Estonian)
How to choose an occupational health service provider? We compare price, accessibility, digital solutions and contract terms for employers in Estonia.
Read article → Service providersSwitching occupational health service provider - what an employer needs to know (in Estonian)
When and how to change your occupational health provider? TTOS § 23 requirements, notice periods, transfer of health data and a 6-week transition checklist.
Read article →Costs and ROI
3 articlesOccupational health service costs 2025-2026 - how much does it cost?
Prices in Estonia for 2025-2026. Cost calculator, price scale by company size, hidden costs and tax treatment of the service. Real figures for employers.
Read article → Costs and ROIAre occupational health costs income-tax exempt? Tax and Customs Board rules for accountants
What is tax-exempt, what counts as a fringe benefit, and how to account for it. Rules from the Tax and Customs Board (Maksu- ja Tolliamet), references to the Income Tax Act and practical examples for employers.
Read article → Costs and ROIOccupational health ROI: how good practice reduces sick days and raises productivity (in Estonian)
How does well-organised occupational health reduce the number of sick days? ROI calculation, EU-OSHA data and real figures for employers in Estonia for 2025-2026.
Read article →Best practices
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