As a manager, you have an obligation under the French Labor Code to ensure the health and safety of your employees. This responsibility covers many essential aspects, such as :
These issues are often a source of litigation andabsenteeism, with a direct impact on company performance.
In France, absenteeism for psychological reasons has risen by 60% in ten years.
In addition to the disruption it causes, its cost is becoming abysmal for some companies. And the situation is set to get even worse with the forthcoming reforms.
From April 1, 2025, the ceiling for sick leave compensation (via the payment of IJSS) will fall from 1.8 SMIC to 1.4 SMIC. For employees benefiting from the employer's supplement, companies will have to compensate for the reduction in IJSS.
To limit these costs, the most effective solution is to adopt a preventive approach to reduce absenteeism at source.
There are several types of health and safety audits, the most popular of which is thepsychosocial risk and working conditions audit. Conducted by a lawyer specializing in labor law, it enables you to :
Thanks to an effective prevention policy, it is possible to significantly reduce the risks associated with workplace accidents and occupational illnesses, and achieve lasting improvements in employee health and safety.