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I naturally voted in favour of the directive intended to protect workers from the risks arising from exposure to optical radiation. This text is a continuation of three previous directives that also aimed to protect workers from the dangers of various 'physical agents' such as exposure to noise, vibrations and electromagnetic fields.
This directive primarily relates to radiation sources such as lasers and infrared lamps. It refers in particular to adapting working methods in order to reduce the risks of radiation and the duration and level of exposure. It also calls on the European Commission to draw up a practical guide for employers, in particular SMEs. This latter measure is worth emphasising, because I feel that the EU needs to do more to help SMEs, which are a real spearhead of innovation and job creation in the Europe of 25.
This applicable legislation combines flexibility for employers and safety for employees. It is therefore a specific example proving that, contrary to the ideas propagated by the specialist and non-specialist new Eurosceptics, the European Union takes care of both salaried and non-salaried workers, in the East and in the West, and often advocates standardising the social legislation of the Member States at the highest level."@en1
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