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Family and work

For more family friendliness in Saxony

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For employers

An introduction to first aid as an operational measure is important for companies. One or two employees or employees should complete a first aid course at regular intervals.

The basic equipment of the company include:

  • First aid emergency kit
  • A couch or sofa
  • A fire extinguisher

For psychological emergencies, the company may appoint a person of trust. Also a Works Council or external experts, which can be consulted via telephone counseling are offered. Support of the affected employee is particularly important in emergency situations. It should be always the man in the Center.

When a financial emergency situation an employee, an advance payment or other financial support in the form of a preferred bonus can be helpful.

Questions and answers

Is there a possibility to support the employee in case of emergency?

Yes! A company has a free tax allowance of 600 euros per employee and calendar year. These tax-free subsidies can be only provide in case of emergency.
An emergency is for example, illness or death of a family member and loss of property due to force majeure (for example flood, fire), but also the use of a guarantee or liability

Checklist

Document

First aid in operation – DGUV information 204-022

The DGUV Information is aimed at anyone who helps to ensure that effective first aid is provided in the event of an accident.

German statutory accident insurance - https://publikationen.dguv.de

First aid training

In the first step, the first step is to teach the basics of first aid. Further on, there is the first aid training, which is then necessary for the regular refreshof of the knowledge.

German statutory accident insurance - https://publikationen.dguv.de

Helpful Links

At the Malteser help serves you can also take first aid courses.

In the different courses of the German Red Cross, you can learn how to act in case of emergency.