COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF POLISH AND UKRAINIAN SYSTEMS FOR TRAINING EMPLOYEES IN OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH

Abstract

The article offers a comprehensive comparative analysis of occupational safety and health systems in Ukraine and Poland, focusing on their differences. It examines training programmes for specialists and production staff that are designed to reduce injuries and occupational illnesses. Besides, the article explores the potential for incorporating certain features of the Polish occupational safety and health system into Ukrainian frameworks. The relevance of this article stems from Ukraine’s relatively high rate of workplace accidents compared to European countries. This particular problem underscores the need for focused attention of professionals as Ukraine prepares for possible integration with European Union standards.

This article aims to analyze the key aspects of general training provided to employees and management in enterprises of Ukraine and Poland. It focuses on the readiness for daily work conditions and the ability to safeguard one’s health and safety.

Importantly, the article examines the regulation of occupational safety and health across all stages of production activities. It proves that the existing system for managing occupational safety and health in Ukraine requires improvement and alignment with international standards. In this regard, it is recommended to consider the management of occupational safety and health through systemic and structural-functional approaches. The article also evaluates the effectiveness of the current system for managing occupational safety and health. It proves relevant suggestions for enhancing the legal framework, which should facilitate the enforcement of employees’ rights to a safe working environment.

Finally, the article calls for adjustments to the national system of professional training for future specialists in occupational safety and health. This experience is particularly valuable from an organizational and pedagogical standpoint. Poland’s experience in organizing occupational safety and health, particularly after its accession to the European Union, is highly noteworthy. The EU has proven its practical effectiveness and has had a substantial impact on the development of occupational safety and health practices across all member states.