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Napo is the hero of a series of animated films co-produced by a small group of European organizations.

The European Agency for Safety and Health at Work (EU-OSHA) based in Bilbao, Spain has funded the creation of a website to enable SMEs and organizations in general to use Napo’s films to raise awareness workers for safer, healthier and better workplaces.

The films are not intended to cover specific topics in depth, nor are they educational in nature. However, the cheerful way in which safety and health issues are presented is easier to remember and can trigger discussions around these issues. The likable character embodies a worker who could be employed in any industry or field.

It is also suitable for use in vocational training courses. The films show the risks that can occur, as well as the measures taken to mitigate these risks.

EEN Cyprus, as an OSH Ambassador for increasing awareness of small medium sized enterprises in matters of occupational safety and health, encourages you to watch the films below.

1. Professional Drivers – Overload
2. Robotic technologies – Automation
3. Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs)
4. Basic introduction to health and safety signs and symbols
5. Working at height
6. Working under hot conditions
7. Respiratory problems and dust explosions

That is why identifying risks and taking timely measures has multiple benefits, such as:

• Improving productivity by reducing staff sickness absence
• Reducing health care costs, compensations, etc.
• Decreasing time and costs for repairing damaged machines and training replacement personnel
•  Retaining older workers in the labor market
• Enhancing the efficiency of work methods and technologies
• Lowering costs for the state’s economy, as workers will not need social and financial support along with medical care.

Therefore, good occupational safety and health management is beneficial for business.

Invest in prevention!

We would like to inform you that on 24 November, the EU SME Centre and Voka – Flanders’ Chamber of Commerce and Industry are organising a webinar to give European SMEs an informative overview of the Chinese market. The event aims to give new exporters the knowledge necessary to conduct business in China, with a focus on partner identification and contract signing.

European SMEs face a significant opportunity as well as a formidable challenge when they consider entering the Chinese market. Lack of substantial resources and experience can make navigating the intricate regulatory and cultural landscape of China a daunting task. Notably, customs regulations, certification prerequisites, and licensing procedures pose frequent hurdles. Building relationships with Chinese partners and attracting customers’ interest can also prove difficult.

The webinar will feature practical cases highlighting the primary challenges faced by EU SMEs and essential precautions to mitigate potential issues.

For registration and to view the Agenda of the seminar, please click HERE.

The Guide has been produced by the European Parliament Research Service (EPRS) for the members and staff of the European Parliament, as reference material to assist them in their parliamentary work.

It includes a number of EU Funds for the period 2021-2027, grouped by area of action, with short descriptions, hyperlinks and a list of the main potential beneficiaries in order to facilitate the reader.

It is a good source of information for businesses, regional and local authorities, NGOs, professionals and citizens on how to access project funding from European Funds.

The Guide is available in all EU official languages. Please click HERE