The law indemnifies the worker and his/her family against financial consequences of industrial accidents and occupational diseases. These accidents related to or in the course of employment include fatal injuries, but also the more gradual development of sickness because of the performed labour.

This regulation prescribes some measures regarding first aid. These include the availability of an emergency compartment kit at site, certified persons entrusted with first aid and where the work involves the risk of drowning, efficient and visible means for rescue (swimming jackets, lifeboats, etc.) should be readily available.

The Occupational Safety and Health Act is a framework act on safety and hygiene in enterprises.