Here you will find information about the scheme with regional safety representatives in the accommodation, restaurant and cleaning industries, the Fee, Frequently asked questions (FAQ), News and About us.

The scheme was established by the government in cooperation with the social partners in 2011.

The legal basis for the scheme and the fee is regulated by two sets of regulations under the Working Environment Act., Regulations concerning Organisation, Management and Employee Participation Chapter 6 and Regulations concerning administrative arrangements within the area of application of the Working Environment Act.§ 14-3

The purpose of the scheme is to contribute to the establishment of a safety service in companies where there is none established. If necessary, the Regional Safety Representative (RVO) can enter into the role as the company’s safety representative. In companies with an established safety service, the RVO shall familiarize themselves with whether the safety service works as intended, and provide advice and guidance on systematic HES work