Arbejdstilsynet - The Danish Working Environment Authority - is working for a safe and healthy working environment in all companies in Denmark.
Arbejdstilsynet, The Danish Working Environment Authority, is an agency under the auspices of the Ministry of Employment. Arbejdstilsynet contributes to the creation of safe and healthy working conditions at Danish workplaces. This is done by:
Arbejdstilsynet has the authority to penalise enterprises, which do not comply with the working environment rules. Regarding clear violations of the substantive rules of the Working Environment Act, Arbejdstilsynet has the power to issue administrative fines. In cases of extreme danger, Arbejdstilsynet may also order the work to be suspended.
The responsibilities of Arbejdstilsynet are based on the Working Environment Act and related Executive Orders.
Working environment regulations
How is Arbejdstilsynet organised?
Agreement on a furture-proofed working environment and efforts against social dumping