Antinfortunistiche

Antinfortunistiche refers to the set of measures, practices and policies aimed at preventing accidental injuries in work environments. It encompasses the field of accident prevention within occupational safety and health, including engineering controls, administrative procedures, personal protective equipment, and safety culture. The central objective is to reduce the incidence and severity of injuries and to ensure safe operating conditions for workers and the public.

Key elements include risk assessment, the identification and evaluation of hazards, and the application of a hierarchy of controls, prioritizing hazard elimination or substitution, followed by engineering safeguards, administrative measures, and PPE. Training and information for workers, clear safety signage, and established procedures for emergency response, incident reporting and investigation are essential components. Continuous monitoring, audits, and performance improvement are integral to antinfortunistiche practices.

The legal framework varies by country but typically includes employer duties to ensure a safe workplace, risk assessment requirements, and requirements for training and incident reporting. In Italy, the issue is addressed within the Testo Unico sulla salute e sicurezza sul lavoro (D.Lgs. 81/2008) and aligned with ISO 45001, an international standard for occupational safety management systems.

Antinfortunistiche practices are applied across industries, including construction, manufacturing, healthcare, and public services, and are complemented by national and international standards, guidelines, and industry best practices aiming at reducing workplace accidents and occupational diseases.