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Suriname - 2015

Themes

  1. Description of national OSH regulatory framework
  2. Scope, coverage and exclusions
  3. Institutions and programmes relating to OSH administration and/or enforcement
  4. Employers’ duties and responsibilities to protect the safety and health of workers and others
  5. Employers’ duty to organize prevention formally along generally accepted OSH management principles and practices
  6. Employers’ duty to ensure availability of expertise and competence in health and safety
  7. Workers' rights and duties
  8. Consultation, collaboration and co-operation with workers and their representatives
  9. Specific hazards or risks
  10. Recording, notification and investigation of accidents/incidents and diseases
  11. OSH inspection and enforcement of OSH legislation

  • 1 Description of national OSH regulatory framework

  • 2 Scope, coverage and exclusions

    • 2.1 Health and safety covers physical and psychological health

      No data available.

    • 2.2 Definition of worker

      Summary/citation: "“Employees”, persons of both genders, whether or not working on a regular basis."

      • Accident Safety Ordinance (No. 145 of 1947). (Art. 1)

      • 2.2.1 Coverage of particular categories of workers

        No data available.

        • 2.2.1.1 Migrant workers

          No data available.

        • 2.2.1.2 Domestic workers

          No data available.

        • 2.2.1.3 Home workers

          No data available.

        • 2.2.1.4 Self-employed persons

          No data available.

    • 2.3 Definition of employer

    • 2.4 Exclusion of branches of economic activity

      Sometimes.

    • 2.5 Definition of occupational accident

      Remarks / comments: According to the "Guide Labour Legislation Suriname" produced by Glenn Piroe, "The Industrial Accidents Act (SOR) aims to indemnify the worker, spouse, parents and children depending on the employee as well as the employer against financial consequences of industrial accidents and occupational diseases. These are accidents related to or in the course of employment including fatal injury (Article 4), or also the more gradual development of a sickness because of the performed labour."
      (Guide Labour Legislation Suriname, Glenn Piroe, 2011, page 55)

      • Industrial Accidents Act - Ongevallenregeling 19470910 (Art. 4)

    • 2.6 Definition of occupational disease

      Remarks / comments: According to the "Guide Labour Legislation Suriname" produced by Glenn Piroe, "The Industrial Accidents Act (SOR) aims to idndemnify the worker, spouse, parents and children depending on the employee as well as the employer against financial consequences of industrial accidents and occupational diseases. These are accidents related to or in the course of employment including fatal injury (Article 4), or also the more gradual development of a sickness because of the performed labour."
      (Guide Labour Legislation Suriname, Glenn Piroe, 2011, page 55)

      • Industrial Accidents Act - Ongevallenregeling 19470910 (Art. 4)

      • 2.6.1 List of occupational diseases

        Remarks / comments: According to the "Guide Labour Legislation Suriname" written by Glenn Piroe, "The SOR exhaustively enumerates 21 occupational diseases with the corresponding trades or industries or processes (Article 25). The law mentions for example bakers eczema that can occur with employees in bakeries and flourmills and skin diseases caused by cement which can occur with employees in enterprises where labour is performed with cement."
        (Guide Labour Legislation Suriname, Glenn Piroe, 2011, page 60)

        • Industrial Accidents Act - Ongevallenregeling 19470910

      • 2.6.2 Mechanism for compensating other diseases as occupational ones

        No data available.

  • 3 Institutions and programmes relating to OSH administration and/or enforcement

    • 3.1 Competent national authority for safety and health at work

      Summary/citation: The "Ministry of Labour, Technological Development and Environment" is the competent national authority for safety and health at work in Suriname.

      Remarks / comments: More information are available on the Ministry of Labour, Technological Development and Environment (Ministerie van Arbeid Technologische Ontwikkeling en Milieu) website: http://www.gov.sr/ministerie-van-atm.aspx (in Dutch)

      • 3.1.1 Objectives, roles and/or functions

        Remarks / comments: More information are available on the Ministry of Labour, Technological Development and Environment (Ministerie van Arbeid Technologische Ontwikkeling en Milieu) website: http://www.gov.sr/ministerie-van-atm.aspx (in Dutch)

      • 3.1.2 Chairperson and composition

        Remarks / comments: More information are available on the Ministry of Labour, Technological Development and Environment (Ministerie van Arbeid Technologische Ontwikkeling en Milieu) website: http://www.gov.sr/ministerie-van-atm.aspx (in Dutch)

    • 3.2 National OSH research programme or institute

      No data available.

      • 3.2.1 Objectives, roles and/or functions

        No data available.

      • 3.2.2 Governance board constitution and chairmanship

        No data available.

      • 3.2.3 Source of funding

        No data available.

    • 3.3 National OSH programme

      No data available.

      • 3.3.1 Consultation on the national OSH programme

        No data available.

  • 4 Employers’ duties and responsibilities to protect the safety and health of workers and others

    • 4.1 Duty to ensure the health and safety of employees

      Summary/citation: (1) "The Governor may issue instructions, either for all companies or for certain indicated companies with regard to:
      a. avoiding and limiting accidents and fires, the provision of assistance in case of accidents and of provisions to allow escape in the case of fire;
      b. promoting cleanliness;
      c. promoting a tolerable temperature;
      d. countering the beginning and distribution, or the removal of harmful or irritating vapours or gasses or of dust;
      e. avoiding damage to the health situation resulting from the labour;
      f. the height of the ceiling of workrooms and the free air stream for every person, such in connection to the height;
      g. day lighting and night lighting;
      h. the electrical installation;
      i. dressing rooms, closets, canteens and sleep accommodations;
      j. toilets, urinals and washing accommodations."
      (2) "The manager or the administrator is obliged to see that in his company the instructions pursuant to this article are met. The same obligation is entrusted to the supervising personnel, as far as this concerns the labour for which he has supervision."
      (3) "The obligations of the manager or the administrator and the supervising personnel are considered satisfied, when they prove, that the necessary measures have been taken by them, the necessary means have been supplied and the supervision, which in all fairness may be expected, has been held, to guarantee compliance with the measures, for whose compliance they were obliged to care for."

      • Accident Safety Ordinance (No. 145 of 1947). (Art. 3)

    • 4.2 Duty to protect the health and safety of people other than their own employees

      No data available.

    • 4.3 Collaboration among two or more employers at the same workplace

      No data available.

    • 4.4 Surveillance of workers’ health in relation to work

      No data available.

      • 4.4.1 Specific hazards for which surveillance is required

        No data available.

    • 4.5 Surveillance of the working environment and working practices

      Remarks / comments: According to the "Guide Labour Legislation Suriname" written by Glenn Piroe, "Dangerous labour due to working conditions:
      This category hazardous labour is classified in 3 subcategories:
      1. Neglect of safety regulations:
      Safety is neglected if the necessary protective devices such as hand gloves, nose covers, protective goggles and clothing are not available or clear readable and comprehensible regulations are not present.
      2. Unhealthy working environment:
      The state decree mentions in this regard duties on work places with risks for development of explosives mixtures, working in silo's, bunkers, double bottoms, kettles, pipes, reservoirs or other spaces that hinder supervision or assistance in case of emergency and working on, along or in proximity of traffic roads.
      3. Climatological circumstances:
      Working in the sun and the rain and during bad weather can be mentioned under this category."
      (Guide Labour Legislation Suriname, Glenn Piroe, 2011, page 43)
      (State Decree Hazardous Work for Youth Persons)

      According to the "Guide Labour Legislation Suriname" written by Glenn Piroe, "The Regulation aims to promote the hygiene (order and the prevention of the presence of dust) in all enterprises. Some requirements for promoting hygiene such as toilets, walls, floors and the ceiling, are related to cleaning, drainage and washstands. Buildings and affiliations must be clean and free of dust as much as possible (Article 1). Lavatories (toilets) and urinals must be proper and clean (Article 2). The walls and the attic of buildings and affiliations should be whitewashed, washed or cleaned in another way at least once in 6 months (Article 3). (...)"
      (Guide Labour Legislation Suriname, Glenn Piroe, 2011, page 65)
      (Safety Regulation No. 2)

      • State Decree of 13 December 2010 - Decree Hazardous Work for Youth Persons

      • Presidential Resolution of 3 September 1948 No. 8293 - Safety Regulation No. 2

    • 4.6 Duty to provide personal protective equipment

      Remarks / comments: According to the "Guide Labour Legislation Suriname" written by Glenn Piroe, "The employer is obliged to provide for protective devices and storage rooms whether on water, land or in the air and to supervise that these are in use (Article 40 paragraphs 1 and 3). (...)"
      (Guide Labour Legislation Suriname, Glenn Piroe, 2011, page 65)
      (Safety Regulation No. 1)

      According to the "Guide Labour Legislation Suriname" written by Glenn Piroe, "Safety Regulation No. 4:
      Safety Regulation No. 4 endeavors to prevent the production and the spreading of hazardous or irritating, gas or dust; and to regulate their removal. It also promotes hygiene in all enterprises.
      The obligations for the employer ("head or manager") are to:
      - take measures on the prevention of illnesses caused by toxic paints, by providing for inter alia protective clothing, masks, respirators, helmets, warning signs on bottles, cans etc.. that contain these substances. (...)"
      (Guide Labour Legislation Suriname, Glenn Piroe, 2011, page 66)
      (Safety Regulation No. 4)

      • Presidential Resolution of 21 July 1972 No. 8293 - Safety Regulation No.1 (Dutch) (Art. 40.1, 3)

      • Presidential Resolution of 19 October 1949 No. 4483 - Safety Regulation No. 4

      Related CEACR Comments
      • Safety Provisions (Building) Convention, 1937 (No. 62) Direct Request 2014

    • 4.7 Duty to ensure the usage of personal protective equipment

      No data available.

    • 4.8 Duty to provide first-aid and welfare facilities

      Sometimes.

      • 4.8.1 Arrangements for first-aid

        Remarks / comments: According to the "Guide Labour Legislation Suriname" written by Glenn Piroe, "Safety Regulation No. 3 prescribes some measures regarding first aid. Enterprises should have easily accessible and good maintained means for first aid when moving equipment (driving gear, power equipment), explosive, toxic or irritating gasses or liquids are used or where work is performed under high temperatures or with other risks to injury (Article 1).
        A well provided emergency compartment kit or an emergency kit can be mentioned here.
        Where the work involved risk of drowning, efficient and visible means for rescue should be readily available (Article 2). An enterprise should at least have one person available, who is exclusively or mainly entrusted with first aid activities, when at least 50 persons are ought to be present on the work floor at the same time (Article 4). Life saving appliances such as swimming jackets, lifeboats, life belts, rescue sticks and ropes can be mentioned here.
        The minimum however is 30 persons in enterprises where work is performed with moving equipment, instruments, explosive, toxic or irritating gasses or liquids or under high temperatures (Article 5). Only these persons should administer first aid, except under special urgent circumstances (Article 6).
        The first aid persons must be certified with a certificate issued by or on behalf of the medical inspector declaring that these persons are competent to give medical assistance in case of an accident, except when they themselves are a physician/doctor or a nurse (Article 7)."
        (Guide Labour Legislation Suriname, Glenn Piroe, 2011, pages 65-66)

        • Presidential Resolution of 29 December 1948 No. 5687 - Safety Regulation No. 3

      • 4.8.2 Sanitary installations

        Summary / Citation: "The Governor may issue instructions, either for all companies or for certain indicated companies with regard to:
        j. toilets, urinals and washing accommodations."
        (Accident Safety Ordinance)

        Remarks / comments: According to the "Guide Labour Legislation Suriname" written by Glenn Piroe, "(...) Every enterprise must have washing accommodations which are arranged in such a way that it is sufficiently functional (Article 5 paragraph 1). In enterprises employing more than 5 employees, bathroom facilities must be available which are arranged in such a way that they are sufficiently functional, if the washing of head, hands and feet (only) are not deemed enough due to the nature of the work (Article 5 paragraph 2). The Permanent Secretary of the ministry charged with labour issues can give instructions about the way in which these provisions should be implemented (Article 6)."
        (Guide Labour Legislation Suriname, Glenn Piroe, 2011, page 65)
        (Safety Regulation No. 2)

        • Presidential Resolution of 3 September 1948 No. 8293 - Safety Regulation No. 2 (Arts. 5 and 6)

        • Accident Safety Ordinance (No. 145 of 1947). (Art. 3.j)

      • 4.8.3 Drinking water

        No data available.

      • 4.8.4 Rest and eating areas

        Summary / Citation: "The Governor may issue instructions, either for all companies or for certain indicated companies with regard to:
        i. dressing rooms, closets, canteens and sleep accommodations."

        • Accident Safety Ordinance (No. 145 of 1947). (Art. 3.i)

  • 5 Employers’ duty to organize prevention formally along generally accepted OSH management principles and practices

    • 5.1 Elements of an OSH management system

      Sometimes.

      • 5.1.1 Policy or plan specifying responsibilities and arrangements for health and safety

        No data available.

      • 5.1.2 Appointment of a person for health and safety

        Remarks / comments: According to the "Guide Labour Legislation Suriname" written by Glenn Piroe, "Safety Regulation No. 3 prescribes some measures regarding first aid. Enterprises should have easily accessible and good maintained means for first aid when moving equipment (driving gear, power equipment), explosive, toxic or irritating gasses or liquids are used or where work is performed under high temperatures or with other risks to injury (Article 1).
        A well provided emergency compartment kit or an emergency kit can be mentioned here.
        Where the work involved risk of drowning, efficient and visible means for rescue should be readily available (Article 2). An enterprise should at least have one person available, who is exclusively or mainly entrusted with first aid activities, when at least 50 persons are ought to be present on the work floor at the same time (Article 4). Life saving appliances such as swimming jackets, lifeboats, life belts, rescue sticks and ropes can be mentioned here.
        The minimum however is 30 persons in enterprises where work is performed with moving equipment, instruments, explosive, toxic or irritating gasses or liquids or under high temperatures (Article 5). Only these persons should administer first aid, except under special urgent circumstances (Article 6).
        The first aid persons must be certified with a certificate issued by or on behalf of the medical inspector declaring that these persons are competent to give medical assistance in case of an accident, except when they themselves are a physician/doctor or a nurse (Article 7)."
        (Guide Labour Legislation Suriname, Glenn Piroe, 2011, pages 65-66)

        • Presidential Resolution of 29 December 1948 No. 5687 - Safety Regulation No. 3

      • 5.1.3 Written risk assessment

        No data available.

      • 5.1.4 Safe operating work systems and procedures

        No data available.

      • 5.1.5 Training and information on risks

        Summary/citation: (1) "The manager or the administrator is obliged to affix, or pin up and affix, or keep pinned up, a notification in the Dutch language containing the, pursuant to article 3, issued requirements concerning the company, in the place or at the nearest place in his company where labour is performed."
        (2) "The manager or the administrator shall see that a copy of this notification, within eight days after the pinning up or the affixation, is issued to every employee in the service of the company, and to new employees before or at the moment of commencement of their employment, this of course as far as these employees, considering the nature of their labour, are eligible for the issuance."
        (Art. 4 Accident Safety Ordinance (No. 145 of 1947))

        Remarks / comments: According to the "Guide Labour Legislation Suriname" written by Glenn Piroe, "Safety Regulation No. 4:
        Safety Regulation No. 4 endeavors to prevent the production and the spreading of hazardous or irritating, gas or dust; and to regulate their removal. It also promotes hygiene in all enterprises.
        The obligations for the employer ("head or manager") are to:
        - provide for training/instruction of workers in enterprises that remove, treat or use plumbiferous substances (Article 7). (...)"
        (Guide Labour Legislation Suriname, Glenn Piroe, 2011, page 66)
        (Safety Regulation No. 4)

        • Presidential Resolution of 19 October 1949 No. 4483 - Safety Regulation No. 4

        • Accident Safety Ordinance (No. 145 of 1947). (Art. 4)

      • 5.1.6 Review or assessment of the results of preventive measures

        No data available.

      • 5.1.7 Consultation with workers in health and safety

        No data available.

    • 5.2 Obligation to implement a specific OSH management system or standard

      No data available.

  • 6 Employers’ duty to ensure availability of expertise and competence in health and safety

    • 6.1 OSH competence

      Yes.

      • 6.1.1 Requirement to access expert advice and/or support in health and safety

        Remarks / comments: According to the "Guide Labour Legislation Suriname" written by Glenn Piroe, "Deal with physician (company medical officer):
        Every employer with 5 employees or more has to make an agreement with the most nearby physician. In this agreement, the employer will be obliged to notify the physician of accidents and diseases, to have some medicines and bandages for emergencies and provide for transport of the worker to his home or the hospital. The company medical officer is according to the agreement obliged to show up as soon as possible in case of an accident or disease, to provide for first aid, to control the available medicines and bandages for emergencies in the enterprise and to deploy a substitute when he is absent. This physician is called "company medical officer" in the Decree of 31 December 1947.
        Enterprises related to accountancy, the legal profession, insurance, banking, taxes, photography, forging of gold and silver, commerce, hair dressing, tailoring and notary's practices belong to the least dangerous, while work related to dredging, salvaging of ships and freight, construction, extracting sand and clay etc., pile sinking, sawing and planning of wood, loading and unloading of ships, bricklaying, furniture making, assembling of bridges, iron constructions etc., construction and painting of ships, transport company's and water works and working as fitter are considered most dangerous, based on the classification of the enterprises liable to compensation rules in classes of risks by State Decree of 30 May 1981."
        (Guide Labour Legislation Suriname, Glenn Piroe, 2011, page 61)

        • Decree of 31 December 1947 (GN 1947 No. 204) - Company medical officer

        • 6.1.1.1 Qualifications of experts or professional services

          No data available.

    • 6.2 Appointment of an OSH practitioner

      No data available.

      • 6.2.1 Workforce size threshold for the appointment of OSH practitioners

        No data available.

  • 7 Workers' rights and duties

    • 7.1 Duty to take reasonable steps to protect their own safety and health

      Summary / Citation: (1) "The Governor may issue instructions, either for all companies or for certain indicated companies with regard to:
      a. avoiding and limiting accidents and fires, the provision of assistance in case of accidents and of provisions to allow escape in the case of fire;
      b. promoting cleanliness;
      c. promoting a tolerable temperature;
      d. countering the beginning and distribution, or the removal of harmful or irritating vapours or gasses or of dust;
      e. avoiding damage to the health situation resulting from the labour;
      f. the height of the ceiling of workrooms and the free air stream for every person, such in connection to the height;
      g. day lighting and night lighting;
      h. the electrical installation;
      i. dressing rooms, closets, canteens and sleep accommodations;
      j. toilets, urinals and washing accommodations."

      (4) "An employee, performing labour subject to an instruction pursuant to this article, is obliged to observe all instructions regarding that specific labour and to utilize all the present and assigned safety systems."

      • Accident Safety Ordinance (No. 145 of 1947). (Art. 3)

    • 7.2 Duty to take reasonable steps to protect the safety and health of others

      No data available.

    • 7.3 Supervisors’ duty to take reasonable steps to protect the safety and health of others

      Summary / Citation: (1) "The Governor may issue instructions, either for all companies or for certain indicated companies with regard to:
      a. avoiding and limiting accidents and fires, the provision of assistance in case of accidents and of provisions to allow escape in the case of fire;
      b. promoting cleanliness;
      c. promoting a tolerable temperature;
      d. countering the beginning and distribution, or the removal of harmful or irritating vapours or gasses or of dust;
      e. avoiding damage to the health situation resulting from the labour;
      f. the height of the ceiling of workrooms and the free air stream for every person, such in connection to the height;
      g. day lighting and night lighting;
      h. the electrical installation;
      i. dressing rooms, closets, canteens and sleep accommodations;
      j. toilets, urinals and washing accommodations."

      (2) "The manager or the administrator is obliged to see that in his company the instructions pursuant to this article are met. The same obligation is entrusted to the supervising personnel, as far as this concerns the labour for which he has supervision."

      (3) "The obligations of the manager or the administrator and the supervising personnel are considered satisfied, when they prove, that the necessary measures have been taken by them, the necessary means have been supplied and the supervision, which in all fairness may be expected, has been held, to guarantee compliance with the measures, for whose compliance they were obliged to care for."

      • Accident Safety Ordinance (No. 145 of 1947). (Art. 3)

    • 7.4 Senior officers’ duty to take reasonable steps to protect the safety and health of others

      No data available.

    • 7.5 Self-employed persons’ duty to take reasonable steps to protect their own and other people’s health and safety

      No data available.

    • 7.6 Duty to comply with OSH-related requirements

      Summary / Citation: (1) "The Governor may issue instructions, either for all companies or for certain indicated companies with regard to:
      a. avoiding and limiting accidents and fires, the provision of assistance in case of accidents and of provisions to allow escape in the case of fire;
      b. promoting cleanliness;
      c. promoting a tolerable temperature;
      d. countering the beginning and distribution, or the removal of harmful or irritating vapours or gasses or of dust;
      e. avoiding damage to the health situation resulting from the labour;
      f. the height of the ceiling of workrooms and the free air stream for every person, such in connection to the height;
      g. day lighting and night lighting;
      h. the electrical installation;
      i. dressing rooms, closets, canteens and sleep accommodations;
      j. toilets, urinals and washing accommodations."
      (4) "An employee, performing labour subject to an instruction pursuant to this article, is obliged to observe all instructions regarding that specific labour and to utilize all the present and assigned safety systems."
      (Art. 3 Accident Safety Ordinance (No. 145 of 1947))

      b. "The employee is obliged to observe the regulations regarding the work to be performed, as well as those, serving to promote good order in the business of the employer, issued by or on behalf of the employer, within the limits of legal regulations or agreement, or in the absence thereof, of standing custom."
      d. "In general, the employee is obliged to do all and to refrain from all, which a good employee in similar circumstances is expected to do and to refrain from."
      (Art. 1615 Civil Code)

      • Civil Code. (Art. 1615)

      • Accident Safety Ordinance (No. 145 of 1947). (Art. 3)

    • 7.7 Right to enquire about risks and preventive measures

      No data available.

    • 7.8 Right to remove themselves from a dangerous situation

      No data available.

    • 7.9 Right to be reassigned to non-hazard work

      No data available.

      • 7.9.1 Right to withdraw with compensation when workers are not reassigned to non-hazard work

        No data available.

  • 8 Consultation, collaboration and co-operation with workers and their representatives

    • 8.1 National OSH committee, commission, council or similar body

      Yes.

      • 8.1.1 Objectives, roles and/or functions

        No data available.

      • 8.1.2 Constitution and chairmanship modalities

        No data available.

    • 8.2 Employers’ duty to consult workers on risks

      No data available.

    • 8.3 Workers’ right to select their representatives for health and safety matters

      No data available.

      • 8.3.1 Workforce size conditions for workers’ representation in health and safety

        No data available.

      • 8.3.2 Conditions of eligibility to represent workers in health and safety

        No data available.

    • 8.4 OSH representatives’ functions, rights and powers

      No data available.

      • 8.4.1 Right to inspect the workplace

        No data available.

      • 8.4.2 Right to access OSH information

        No data available.

      • 8.4.3 Right to be present at interviews

        No data available.

      • 8.4.4 Right to receive professional assistance from OSH experts

        No data available.

      • 8.4.5 Right to accompany inspectors

        No data available.

      • 8.4.6 Right to use facilities

        No data available.

      • 8.4.7 Right to have time off work with pay to perform duties

        No data available.

      • 8.4.8 Right to issue remedial notices

        No data available.

      • 8.4.9 Right to resolve OSH issues in consultation with employers

        No data available.

      • 8.4.10 Right to direct that dangerous work cease

        No data available.

    • 8.5 Right of workers’ representatives from outside the undertaking to address OSH issues at the workplace

      No data available.

      • 8.5.1 Right to enter the workplace

        No data available.

      • 8.5.2 Right to investigate suspected non-compliance with OSH legislation

        No data available.

      • 8.5.3 Right to consult with workers

        No data available.

      • 8.5.4 Right to advise workers

        No data available.

      • 8.5.5 Right to initiate enforcement action

        No data available.

    • 8.6 Joint OSH Committee

      No data available.

      • 8.6.1 Participation of workers’ representatives in joint OSH committee

        No data available.

      • 8.6.2 Conditions for establishing a joint OSH committee

        No data available.

      • 8.6.3 Objectives, roles and/or functions of joint OSH committees

        No data available.

      • 8.6.4 Keeping record of the work of joint OSH committees

        No data available.

      • 8.6.5 Sharing the minutes of joint OSH committees meetings

        No data available.

    • 8.7 Mandatory training for members of joint OSH committee(s)

      No data available.

    • 8.8 Protection against reprisals

      No data available.

    • 8.9 Immunity from civil and criminal liability for exercising OSH related rights and duties

      No data available.

  • 9 Specific hazards or risks

    • 9.1 Biological hazards

      Remarks / comments: According to the "Guide Labour Legislation Suriname" written by Glenn Piroe, "(...) Biological hazards:
      In general biological hazards are related to work with risks of exposure to sick animals, insects, poisonous plants, bacteria, viruses, parasites and fungi. The state decree mentions: to deal with infected animals, to transport , treat or destruct clinical waste or offal (cadavers, hospital waste), to work with biological factors, to nurse and take care of patients with a serious infectious disease and to be in contact with pure cultures (bacterial culture) of pathogenic micro-organisms, contaminated blood (products), contaminated saliva or other secretions. (...)"
      (Guide Labour Legislation Suriname, Glenn Piroe, 2011, page 42)

      • State Decree of 13 December 2010 - Decree Hazardous Work for Youth Persons

    • 9.2 Chemical hazards

      Yes.

      • 9.2.1 Handling, storage, labelling and use

        Remarks / comments: According to the "Guide Labour Legislation Suriname" written by Glenn Piroe, "(...) Chemical dangers:
        These dangers originate by dangerous chemical substances with risks for safety (fire and explosion) and health (poisonous effect).The state decree mentions working with substances that are: poisonous, paralyzing, mutagenic, and hazardous for the reproductive functio, accumulating in the body and explosive, irritating or corrosive. The Decree also mentions substances that have a special danger indication or are harmful for the skin or mucous membrane in case of contact. The explanation of the decree mentions working on a farm where chemicals are used. (...)"
        (Guide Labour Legislation Suriname, Glenn Piroe, 2011, page 42)

        • State Decree of 13 December 2010 - Decree Hazardous Work for Youth Persons

      • 9.2.2 Duty of manufacturers, suppliers and importers of chemicals in relation to the safety and health of users

        No data available.

      • 9.2.3 Pesticides

        Summary / Citation: "This Act requires any manufacturer, importer or trader to request the Minister permission to use any pesticide. Permission is valid for a maximum period of five years and can be subject to certain conditions. There is no possibility to object to these decisions. The Act requires mandatory registration of all permitted pesticides. In case of harmful effects, permission can immediately be revoked. The Minister of Agriculture, Animal Husbandry and Fisheries is appointed as the responsible authority, although the Ministry of Health may perform certain activities under the act as well. The Act does not contain specific provisions on inspection and control. The investigation of offences is entrusted to general criminal investigators and/or other special officers, appointed by the Minister."

        • Pesticides Act, 1972.

    • 9.3 Ergonomic hazards

      Remarks / comments: According to the "Guide Labour Legislation Suriname" written by Glenn Piroe, "(...) Ergonomic dangers:
      This is work which is not adapted to the physical circumstances of workers younger than 18 years and yet in their growing phase. The state decree mentions working with a machine or conveyor band, where the speed of work is not determined by the worker, taking unfavourable positions for long times putting unacceptable strain to the body, the frequently lifting or carrying of heavy loads and working with equipment which is not adapted to the physique of a child in its growing phase. The decree mentions in its explanation work such as the removing of weeds while leaning down, but also sitting in uncomfortable or too high chairs. (...)"
      (Guide Labour Legislation Suriname, Glenn Piroe, 2011, page 42)

      • State Decree of 13 December 2010 - Decree Hazardous Work for Youth Persons

    • 9.4 Physical hazards

      Sometimes.

      • 9.4.1 Ionising radiation

        Summary / Citation: "Governement Decree to lay down Safety Rule No. 8, to make provision for protection against the dangers of ionising radiations."
        (Ionising Radiations Decree)

        Remarks / comments: According to the "Guide Labour Legislation Suriname" written by Glenn Piroe, "(...) Physical dangers:
        Extreme temperatures, noise, vibration and radiation can be mentioned here in general. The decree mentions more specifically working on noisy places and with equipments and tools, that can damage organ systems or body organs by vibrations. The explanation to the decree mentions working gin lumber mills, car repairs, steel company's or or construction company's. (...)"
        (Guide Labour Legislation Suriname, Glenn Piroe, 2011, page 42)
        (Decree Hazardous Work for Youth Persons)

        • State Decree of 13 December 2010 - Decree Hazardous Work for Youth Persons

        • Ionising Radiations Decree.

      • 9.4.2 Vibration and noise

        Summary / Citation: According to the "Guide Labour Legislation Suriname" written by Glenn Piroe, "Physical dangers:
        Extreme temperatures, noise, vibration and radiation can be mentioned here in general. The decree mentions more specifically working on noisy places and with equipments and tools, that can damage organ systems or body organs by vibrations. The explanation to the decree mentions working gin lumber mills, car repairs, steel company's or or construction company's."
        (Decree Hazardous Work for Youth Persons)

        Remarks / comments: According to the "Guide Labour Legislation Suriname" written by Glenn Piroe, "Safety Regulation No. 7 (Working Conditions Decree):
        The aim of this Regulation is to promote safe and comfortable working conditions related to inter alia hazardous or disturbing noises and vibrations.
        Safety Regulation No. 7 contains detailed guidelines on a wide range of subjects regarding all places in which work is carried on.
        The subjects of the guideline are: (main titles)
        - Lighting
        - 1/10th part floor
        - Artificial light
        - Conditions
        - Noise and vibration: hazardous or disturbing noise and vibration (Articles 21 - 27)
        - Strenuous labour (...)"
        (Guide Labour Legislation Suriname, Glenn Piroe, 2011, pages 68-69)

        • State Decree of 13 December 2010 - Decree Hazardous Work for Youth Persons

        • Safety Regulation No. 7 (Working Environment Decree) - Veiligheidsvoorschrift No. 7 (Dutch)

      • 9.4.3 Working at height

        Summary / Citation: "The Governor may issue instructions, either for all companies or for certain indicated companies with regard to:
        f. the height of the ceiling of workrooms and the free air stream for every person, such in connection to the height."

        • Accident Safety Ordinance (No. 145 of 1947). (Art. 3.1.f)

        Related CEACR Comments
        • Safety Provisions (Building) Convention, 1937 (No. 62) Direct Request 2014

      • 9.4.4 Working in confined spaces

        Remarks / comments: According to the "Guide Labour Legislation Suriname" written by Glenn Piroe, "Safety Regulation No. 4: (...)
        It is prohibited to eat, drink and sleep in confined work spaces where paints containing lead or filler are used or being removed (Article 4 paragraph d)."
        (Guide Labour Legislation Suriname, Glenn Piroe, 2011, page 67)
        (Safety Regulation No. 4)

        • Presidential Resolution of 19 October 1949 No. 4483 - Safety Regulation No. 4

      • 9.4.5 Risks arising from poor maintenance of workplace facilities

        No data available.

      • 9.4.6 Exposure to extreme temperatures

        Summary / Citation: "The Governor may issue instructions, either for all companies or for certain indicated companies with regard to:
        c. promoting a tolerable temperature."
        (Art. 3.1.c Accident Safety Ordinance (No. 145 of 1947))

        Remarks / comments: According to the "Guide Labour Legislation Suriname" written by Glenn Piroe, "(...) Physical dangers:
        Extreme temperatures, noise, vibration and radiation can be mentioned here in general. The decree mentions more specifically working on noisy places and with equipments and tools, that can damage organ systems or body organs by vibrations. The explanation to the decree mentions working gin lumber mills, car repairs, steel company's or or construction company's. (...)"
        (Guide Labour Legislation Suriname, Glenn Piroe, 2011, page 42)
        (Decree Hazardous Work for Youth Persons)

        According to the "Guide Labour Legislation Suriname" written by Glenn Piroe, "Safety Regulation No. 7 (Working Conditions Decree):
        The aim of this Regulation is to promote safe and comfortable working conditions related to inter alia hazardous or disturbing noises and vibrations.
        Safety Regulation No. 7 contains detailed guidelines on a wide range of subjects regarding all places in which work is carried on.
        The subjects of the guideline are:
        - Lighting (...)
        - 1/10th part floor (...)
        - Artificial light (...)
        - Conditions: good conditions of temperature (Articles 13 - 19), ventilation and fresh air (Article 20). Especially in the circumstances where workers perform labour under a certain high temperature and in cold and rainy weather, employers should take sufficient measures to prevent employees becoming ill or develop a disease. These provisions apply to inter alia breweries, kitchens, bakeries and completely air-conditioned work spaces. The circumstances on the work place are climatologically measured in a temperature index (L) calculated with the dry air temperature (tl) and the moist air temperature (tln). The L for a work place is not more then 30;
        - Noise and vibration (...)
        - Strenuous labour (...)"
        (Guide Labour Legislation Suriname, Glenn Piroe, 2011, page 69)

        • State Decree of 13 December 2010 - Decree Hazardous Work for Youth Persons

        • Safety Regulation No. 7 (Working Environment Decree) - Veiligheidsvoorschrift No. 7 (Dutch)

        • Accident Safety Ordinance (No. 145 of 1947). (Art. 3.1.c)

      • 9.4.7 Fire risks

        Summary / Citation: "The Governor may issue instructions, either for all companies or for certain indicated companies with regard to:
        a. avoiding and limiting accidents and fires, the provision of assistance in case of accidents and of provisions to allow escape in the case of fire."

        • Accident Safety Ordinance (No. 145 of 1947). (Art. 3.1.a)

      • 9.4.8 Tobacco

        No data available.

      • 9.4.9 Asbestos

        Remarks / comments: According to the "Guide Labour Legislation Suriname" written by Glenn Piroe, "Safety Regulation No. 6 (Dust Control Decree):
        Safety Regulation No. 6 prevents the occurrence of pneumoconiosis (a disease caused by inhalation of dust) or other diseases caused by dust. The Regulation contains provisions regarding the cleaning by streams of loose material (e.g. sandblasting) and the maximum acceptable concentration of hazardous or chemical inert or irritating air pollution (MAC value).
        This technical and detailed Regulation contains some prohibitory provisions regarding:
        - cleaning of objects with certain substances with more then 1% quartz such as sandblasting (Article 3) with exceptions to be made by the Head of the Labour Inspection or ultimately the Labour Minister as the appellate authority (Articles 5 and 6) and sandblasting (Article 4);
        - use, processing and sale of crocidolite (the most dangerous dark blue variety of asbestos, also called blue asbestos), substances or products containing crocidolite (asbestos and quartz or other material containing crystalline silicon dioxide and other substances (Articles 7 and 12) with exceptions to be made by the Head of the Labour Inspection or the Labour Minister as the appellate authority (Articles 11 and 14). The MAC value for asbestos -not being crocidolite- is two fibers per milimeter air; and
        - spraying, processing or use of asbestos, neither for thermal isolation or acoustic, preserving or decorative purposes (Articles 8 and 9), in a new manner or into new products (Article 10) with exceptions to be made by the Head of the Labour Inspection or the Labour Minister as the appellate authority (Article 11).
        Safety Regulation No. 6 furthermore contains some provisions on the release or generation of dust, which can leave to pneumoconiosis or other diseases (Articles 15, 16 and 17). The law prescribes furthermore some MAC values regarding the inhalation air in namely the workplace which should not be exceeded. (...)"
        (Guide Labour Legislation Suriname, Glenn Piroe, 2011, pages 67-68)

        • Safety Regulation No. 6 - Veiligheidsvoorschrift No. 6 (Combating of Dust Decree) (Dutch)

      • 9.4.10 Risks related to nanotechnology

        No data available.

      • 9.4.11 Contraction of HIV in the workplace

        Remarks / comments: National Strategic Plan (NSP) in the area of HIV/AIDS has been set out. It provides an overview of the national objectives, points of departure, strategies and expected results per field of priority based on an extensive situation and response analysis of the HIV epidemic in Suriname. It also provides for the necessary structures and mechanisms for implementation of the NSP.

        • National Strategic Plan, Republic of Suriname, 2009-2013.

    • 9.5 Psychosocial hazards

      No data available.

      • 9.5.1 Psychosocial risks

        No data available.

      • 9.5.2 Occupational violence

        No data available.

    • 9.6 Other hazardous substances

      Remarks / comments: According to the "Guide Labour Legislation Suriname" written by Glenn Piroe, "Safety Regulation No. 6 (Dust Control Decree):
      Safety Regulation No. 6 prevents the occurrence of pneumoconiosis (a disease caused by inhalation of dust) or other diseases caused by dust. The Regulation contains provisions regarding the cleaning by streams of loose material (e.g. sandblasting) and the maximum acceptable concentration of hazardous or chemical inert or irritating air pollution (MAC value).
      This technical and detailed Regulation contains some prohibitory provisions regarding:
      - cleaning of objects with certain substances with more then 1% quartz such as sandblasting (Article 3) with exceptions to be made by the Head of the Labour Inspection or ultimately the Labour Minister as the appellate authority (Articles 5 and 6) and sandblasting (Article 4);
      - use, processing and sale of crocidolite (the most dangerous dark blue variety of asbestos, also called blue asbestos), substances or products containing crocidolite (asbestos and quartz or other material containing crystalline silicon dioxide and other substances (Articles 7 and 12) with exceptions to be made by the Head of the Labour Inspection or the Labour Minister as the appellate authority (Articles 11 and 14). The MAC value for asbestos -not being crocidolite- is two fibers per milimeter air; and
      - spraying, processing or use of asbestos, neither for thermal isolation or acoustic, preserving or decorative purposes (Articles 8 and 9), in a new manner or into new products (Article 10) with exceptions to be made by the Head of the Labour Inspection or the Labour Minister as the appellate authority (Article 11).
      Safety Regulation No. 6 furthermore contains some provisions on the release or generation of dust, which can leave to pneumoconiosis or other diseases (Articles 15, 16 and 17). The law prescribes furthermore some MAC values regarding the inhalation air in namely the workplace which should not be exceeded. (...)"
      (Guide Labour Legislation Suriname, Glenn Piroe, 2011, pages 67-68)
      (Safety Regulation No. 6)

      According to the "Guide Labour Legislation Suriname" written by Glenn Piroe, "Safety Regulation No. 4:
      Safety Regulation No. 4 endeavors to prevent the production and the spreading of hazardous or irritating, gas or dust; and to regulate their removal. It also promotes hygiene in all enterprises.
      The obligations for the employer ("head or manager") are to:
      - avoid the use of white lead, sulphate of lead and all products containing these pigments in the internal painting of the buildings or ships (Article 1 paragraph 1). Authorization can be granted by the Permanent Secretary of Labour for painting of railway stations, factories and industrial establishments (Article 2);
      - have these subsances:
      1. present in enterprise spaces or on the place where paintwork is being done (for enterprises where paintwork is done);
      2. present in enterprise space, not being factories or workplaces where these products are being made or spaces where these are being transported according to the law (as it relates other enterprises);
      3. transport outside the spaces of the enterprise, except when it relates to transport of products intended to be exported from a factory or work place where they are produced (Article 3)
      only after these (1., 2., 3.) are mixed in oil or other fluid thickener;
      - take measures on the prevention of illnesses caused by toxic paints, by providing for inter alia protective clothing, masks, respirators, helmets, warning signs on bottles, cans etc.. that contain these substances;
      - prevent the generating and spreading of substances or dust caused removal of lead containing paints and filling and take measures for the escape of dust etc. (Article 5);
      - provide for suitably situated washing facilities that are efficiently arranged, soap, towels and nail brushes for workers engaged in applying or removing plumbiferous paint or filler etc. (Article 6); and
      - provide for training/instruction of workers in enterprises that remove, treat or use plumbiferous substances (Article 7).
      It is prohibited to eat, drink and sleep in confined work spaces where paints containing lead or filler are used or being removed (Article 4 paragraph d)."
      (Guide Labour Legislation Suriname, Glenn Piroe, 2011, pages 66-67)
      (Safety Regulation No. 4)

      According to the "Guide Labour Legislation Suriname" written by Glenn Piroe, "Safety Regulation No. 9 (Hazardous Gasses and Fumes Decree):
      Safety Regulation No. 9 intends to prevent hazardous risks to health by inhalation or exposure to noxious or irritating gases and fumes.
      The provisions regulate the elimination, the release, generating or spreading of noxious or irritating gases or fumes in the working environment (Article 4).
      Some prescribed measures relate to: workplaces, clothing accommodation and changing rooms, rest rooms, ventiulation and fresh air, maximum provisions in the Regulation with regard to work in wells and pits, sewers/drains, cellars, gasholders, storage tanks, silo's or other spaces where in some amount hazardous gasses or damps can be found. These working conditions are also mentioned in the State Decree Hazardous Labour for Young Persons on 2010."
      (Guide Labour Legislation Suriname, Glenn Piroe, 2011, page 70)
      (Safety Regulation No. 9)
      (State Decree Hazardous Labour for Young Persons)

      • State Decree of 13 December 2010 - Decree Hazardous Work for Youth Persons

      • Safety Regulation No. 6 - Veiligheidsvoorschrift No. 6 (Combating of Dust Decree) (Dutch)

      • Safety Regulation No. 9 - Veiligheidsvoorschrift No. 9 (Harmful gas and vapour Decree) (Dutch)

      • Presidential Resolution of 19 October 1949 No. 4483 - Safety Regulation No. 4

    • 9.7 Machineries

      Sometimes.

      • 9.7.1 Risks related to machinery and tools

        Summary / Citation: According to the "Guide Labour Legislation Suriname" written by Glenn Piroe, "The aim of this Regulation is to prevent or diminish the risk of injuries in all enterprises. This Regulation is important for factories, mechanical work places, sawmills and heavy equipment companies, but also for mining an forestry enterprises, construction companies and agricultural enterprises with machineries and cable systems. This rather comprehensive regulation prescribes technical procedures and measures when power-driven machines are in operation (Articles 1 - 10). (...)"
        (Guide Labour Legislation Suriname, Glenn Piroe, 2011, page 64)

        • Presidential Resolution of 21 July 1972 No. 8293 - Safety Regulation No.1 (Dutch) (Arts. 1-10)

      • 9.7.2 Duty of designers and/or manufacturers of machineries in relation to the occupational safety and health of operators of machineries

        No data available.

      • 9.7.3 Duty of designers, manufacturers, importers or suppliers of machineries to provide machineries information

        No data available.

      • 9.7.4 Duty to purchase machineries from authorised/certificated suppliers or only if approved/certificated

        No data available.

      • 9.7.5 Maintenance of machinery and equipment

        Remarks / comments: According to the "Guide Labour Legislation Suriname" written by Glenn Piroe, "(...) The Regulation mentions a lot of examples. Provisions are made for clear and timely signaling arrangements, protection and maintenance of power driven tools, equipment driven by machines, equipment not driven by machines and (cog)wheels. (...) Moving equipment is also for example automobiles (trucks, trailers) which should be in a good maintained condition. (...)"
        (Guide Labour Legislation Suriname, Glenn Piroe, 2011, page 64)

        • Presidential Resolution of 21 July 1972 No. 8293 - Safety Regulation No.1 (Dutch)

        • 9.7.5.1 List of equipment where applicable

          No data available.

    • 9.8 Provisions to protect workers in specific condition of vulnerability

      Sometimes.

      • 9.8.1 Protection of pregnancy at work

        Remarks / comments: According to the "Guide Labour Legislation Suriname" written by Glenn Piroe, "(...) Chemical dangers:
        These dangers originate by dangerous chemical substances with risks for safety (fire and explosion) and health (poisonous effect).The state decree mentions working with substances that are: poisonous, paralyzing, mutagenic, and hazardous for the reproductive functio, accumulating in the body and explosive, irritating or corrosive. The Decree also mentions substances that have a special danger indication or are harmful for the skin or mucous membrane in case of contact. The explanation of the decree mentions working on a farm where chemicals are used. (...)"
        (Guide Labour Legislation Suriname, Glenn Piroe, 2011, page 42)

        • State Decree of 13 December 2010 - Decree Hazardous Work for Youth Persons

      • 9.8.2 Protection of lactating women at work

        No data available.

      • 9.8.3 Limits to women’s access to specific occupations, undertakings or shifts

        No data available.

      • 9.8.4 Limits to workers’ access to specific occupations, undertakings or shifts by reason of age

        Remarks / comments: According to the "Guide Labour Legislation Suriname" written by Glenn Piroe, "Young persons:
        Young persons are according to the Labour Code persons who are already 14 years of age but younger than 18 years (14, 15, 16 and 17 years). Labour - paid or unpaid - which is hazardous to health, moral and life, or labour during the night, is prohibited for young persons (Article 20 paragraph 1)
        The work that is hazardous for health, moral and life should be mentioned by state decree (Article 20 paragraph 2), which was published in 2010. (Staatsbesluit van 13 december 2010 - Besluit Gevaarlijke Arbeid voor Jeugdige Personen; State Decree of 13 December 2010 - Decree Hazardous Work for Youth Persons)
        Exceptions for night labour or labour under certain conditions can be made by State Decree for some specific enterprises in general (Article 21 paragraph 1) or incidentally on request of the employer by the Head of Labour Inspection (Article 21 paragraph 2).
        The Hazardous Labour Decree for Youth Persond divides hazardous labour in two main categories:
        - hazardous labour due to the character of the work;
        - hazardous labour because of the working conditions. (...)"
        (Guide Labour Legislation Suriname, Glenn Piroe, 2011, page 41)

        • Labour Act 1963 (No. 163 of 1963). (Art. 20.1)

        Related CEACR Comments
        • Minimum Age Convention, 1973 (No. 138) Direct Request 2021

  • 10 Recording, notification and investigation of accidents/incidents and diseases

    • 10.1 Duty to record and/or investigate the causes of work accidents, near misses incidents and cases of occupational diseases

      Yes.

      • 10.1.1 Work-related accidents

        Remarks / comments: According to the "Guide Labour Legislation Suriname" written by Glenn Piroe, "(...) Besides the obligation to take out industrial injury insurance, the employer (or the person who represents him on the place where the accident occurred) has the following responsibilities under the SOR:
        - keep a register of industrial injuries as prescribed. The place of accidents, time and cause of accidents, name of the relevant worker and the involved physicians and eventual witnesses should be mentioned in the Accidents Register (Article 16). (...)"
        (Guide Labour Legislation Suriname, Glenn Piroe, 2011, page 58)

        • Industrial Accidents Act - Ongevallenregeling 19470910

      • 10.1.2 Near miss incidents

        No data available.

      • 10.1.3 Occupational diseases

        No data available.

    • 10.2 Employers’ duty to notify OSH authorities of work related death and/or injuries to health

      Remarks / comments: According to the "Guide Labour Legislation Suriname" written by Glenn Piroe, "(...) Besides the obligation to take out industrial injury insurance, the employer (or the person who represents him on the place where the accident occurred) has the following responsibilities under the SOR:
      - official notification of accidents which made medical attention necessary within 3 x 24 hours, after necessary medical assistance was given, to the Head of the Labour Inspection in Paramaribo and in the districts to the local authorized labour inspector, department of ATM or the DC by submission of a completed form. This obligation is only applicable if the employee was not able to perform his normal duties for longer than 24 hours because of the accident (Article 11 paragraph 2 and 5). (...)"
      (Guide Labour Legislation Suriname, Glenn Piroe, 2011, page 58)

      • Industrial Accidents Act - Ongevallenregeling 19470910

      Related CEACR Comments
      • Labour Inspection Convention, 1947 (No. 81) Observation 2013
      • Labour Inspection Convention, 1947 (No. 81) Direct Request 2020

  • 11 OSH inspection and enforcement of OSH legislation

    • 11.1 Appointment of OSH inspectors

      Remarks / comments: According to the "Guide Labour Legislation Suriname" written by Glenn Piroe, "In order to organize the Labour Inspection services, the country is divided in 3 regions, each under supervision of a head. Each region provides Social and Safety Inspection services. These heads and the labour inspectors are civil servants of the Labour Inspectorate and are permanent employees of the Government under the control of the Head of Labour Inspection. (...)"
      (Guide Labour Legislation Suriname, Glenn Piroe, 2011, page 96)

      • Labour Inspection Decree - Decree of 25 May 1983 (SB 1983 No. 42) - page 8

    • 11.2 OSH inspectors’ powers

      Yes.

      • 11.2.1 Power to enter workplaces

        Remarks / comments: According to the "Guide Labour Legislation Suriname" written by Glenn Piroe, "(...) The Labour Inspectors have certain powers and responsibilities regarding entrance of workplaces and houses. (...)"
        (Guide Labour Legislation Suriname, Glenn Piroe, 2011, page 44)
        (Art. 32 Labour Act 1963)

        According to the "Guide Labour Legislation Suriname" written by Glenn Piroe, "(...) Labour inspectors have the following duties, obligations and powers in accordance with the Labour Inspection Decree to:
        - to enter workplaces subject to inspection at all times without prior notice and to make official reports within 24 hours if it regards the entering of a residence. (...)"
        (Guide Labour Legislation Suriname, Glenn Piroe, 2011, page 98)
        (Labour Inspection Decree)

        • Labour Inspection Decree - Decree of 25 May 1983 (SB 1983 No. 42) - page 8

        • Labour Act 1963 (No. 163 of 1963). (Art. 32)

        Related CEACR Comments
        • Labour Inspection Convention, 1947 (No. 81) Observation 2013
        • Labour Inspection Convention, 1947 (No. 81) Direct Request 2020

      • 11.2.2 Power to inspect and carry out any examination, test or enquiry

        Remarks / comments: According to the "Guide Labour Legislation Suriname" written by Glenn Piroe, "Labour inspectors have the following duties, obligations and powers in accordance with the Labour Inspection Decree to:
        - to do enquiries, investigations and surveys regarding the observance of labour legislation including interviewing of employers and employees;
        - to request legally prescribed documents for inspection, demand certain written notices and take samples of tissues or substances in use for analyzing purposes. (...)"
        (Guide Labour Legislation Suriname, Glenn Piroe, 2011, page 98)
        (Labour Inspection Decree)

        • Labour Inspection Decree - Decree of 25 May 1983 (SB 1983 No. 42) - page 8

        Related CEACR Comments
        • Labour Inspection Convention, 1947 (No. 81) Observation 2013
        • Labour Inspection Convention, 1947 (No. 81) Direct Request 2020

      • 11.2.3 Power to investigate

        Remarks / comments: According to the "Guide Labour Legislation Suriname" written by Glenn Piroe, "The Labour Inspection Decree entrusts the Labour Inspection and the labour inspectors with the following tasks:
        4. to ensure the observance of the relevant provisions of the Decree, and investigate reported accidents and diseases. (Article 3) (...)"
        (Guide Labour Legislation Suriname, Glenn Piroe, 2011, page 96)

        • Labour Inspection Decree - Decree of 25 May 1983 (SB 1983 No. 42) - page 8

      • 11.2.4 Duty to provide advice on OSH

        Summary / Citation: According to the "Guide Labour Legislation Suriname" written by Glenn Piroe, "The Labour Inspection Decree entrusts the Labour Inspection and the labour inspectors with the following tasks:
        2. to provide information and technical advise to workers and employers on the most effective means to observe legal regulations. (...)"
        (Guide Labour Legislation Suriname, Glenn Piroe, 2011, page 96)

        • Labour Inspection Decree - Decree of 25 May 1983 (SB 1983 No. 42) - page 8

        Related CEACR Comments
        • Labour Inspection Convention, 1947 (No. 81) Observation 2013
        • Labour Inspection Convention, 1947 (No. 81) Direct Request 2020

    • 11.3 OSH inspectors’ enforcement powers

      Yes.

      • 11.3.1 Power to issue orders or notices

        Remarks / comments: According to the "Guide Labour Legislation Suriname" written by Glenn Piroe, "Labour inspectors have the following duties, obligations and powers in accordance with the Labour Inspection Decree to:
        - to order adaptation of company procedures to bring them in conformity with legal requirements;
        - to order orally or in writing, closure of certain parts of the workplace or suspension of certain activities deemed to be a potential immediate hazard to the safety or health and to revoke such orders. (...)"
        (Guide Labour Legislation Suriname, Glenn Piroe, 2011, page 98)
        (Labour Inspection Decree)

        • Labour Inspection Decree - Decree of 25 May 1983 (SB 1983 No. 42) - page 8

        Related CEACR Comments
        • Labour Inspection Convention, 1947 (No. 81) Observation 2013
        • Labour Inspection Convention, 1947 (No. 81) Direct Request 2020

      • 11.3.2 Power to impose financial penalties

        No data available.

      • 11.3.3 Power to revoke or suspend licenses or authorisations

        No data available.

        Related CEACR Comments
        • Labour Inspection Convention, 1947 (No. 81) Observation 2013
        • Labour Inspection Convention, 1947 (No. 81) Direct Request 2020

      • 11.3.4 Power to require the cessation of dangerous work

        Summary / Citation: According to the "Guide Labour Legislation Suriname" written by Glenn Piroe, "Labour inspectors have the following duties, obligations and powers in accordance with the Labour Inspection Decree to:
        - to order orally or in writing, closure of certain parts of the workplace or suspension of certain activities deemed to be a potential immediate hazard to the safety or health and to revoke such orders. (...)"
        (Guide Labour Legislation Suriname, Glenn Piroe, 2011, page 98)
        (Labour Inspection Decree)

        • Labour Inspection Decree - Decree of 25 May 1983 (SB 1983 No. 42) - page 8

        Related CEACR Comments
        • Labour Inspection Convention, 1947 (No. 81) Observation 2013
        • Labour Inspection Convention, 1947 (No. 81) Direct Request 2020

      • 11.3.5 Power to initiate prosecutions

        No data available.

      • 11.3.6 Power to conduct prosecutions

        No data available.

      • 11.3.7 Other enforcement powers

        Remarks / comments: According to the "Guide Labour Legislation Suriname" written by Glenn Piroe, "The Labour Inspectorate, police and specially nominated inspectors of the Labour Minister, supervise and enforce the observance of the provisions and offences in the Labour Code. (Article 31) (...)"
        (Guide Labour Legislation Suriname, Glenn Piroe, 2011)
        (Labour Act 1963)

        According to the "Guide Labour Legislation Suriname" written by Glenn Piroe, "The Labour Inspection Decree entrusts the Labour Inspection and the labour inspectors with the following tasks:
        1. to supervise and enforce the observance of legal regulations regarding conditions of employment and the protection of employees performing duties;
        3. to report to the competent authorities, abuses and faults not yet covered by existing legislation. (...)"
        (Guide Labour Legislation Suriname, Glenn Piroe, 2011, page 96)

        • Labour Inspection Decree - Decree of 25 May 1983 (SB 1983 No. 42) - page 8

        • Labour Act 1963 (No. 163 of 1963). (Art. 31)

    • 11.4 Application of sanctions by courts

      Yes.

      • 11.4.1 Financial penalties for legal persons

        Remarks / comments: According to the "Guide Labour Legislation Suriname" written by Glenn Piroe, "Penalties:
        Non-observance of the rules of the Labour Code leads to penalties laid out in fines or imprisonment (Articles 29 and 30). The Labour Inspection has no preseucution tasks in general and neither in this Act. The Inspection can not impose penalties, only recommend this to the competent authority, the Public Prosecutions Department."
        (Guide Labour Legislation Suriname, Glenn Piroe, 2011, pages 44-45)

        • Labour Act 1963 (No. 163 of 1963).

      • 11.4.2 Financial penalties for natural persons

        Remarks / comments: According to the "Guide Labour Legislation Suriname" written by Glenn Piroe, "Penalties:
        Non-observance of the rules of the Labour Code leads to penalties laid out in fines or imprisonment (Articles 29 and 30). The Labour Inspection has no preseucution tasks in general and neither in this Act. The Inspection can not impose penalties, only recommend this to the competent authority, the Public Prosecutions Department."
        (Guide Labour Legislation Suriname, Glenn Piroe, 2011, pages 44-45)

        • Labour Act 1963 (No. 163 of 1963).

      • 11.4.3 Non-financial sanctions

        No data available.

      • 11.4.4 Criminal liability

        No data available.

      • 11.4.5 Terms of imprisonment for natural persons

        Remarks / comments: According to the "Guide Labour Legislation Suriname" written by Glenn Piroe, "Penalties:
        Non-observance of the rules of the Labour Code leads to penalties laid out in fines or imprisonment (Articles 29 and 30). The Labour Inspection has no preseucution tasks in general and neither in this Act. The Inspection can not impose penalties, only recommend this to the competent authority, the Public Prosecutions Department."
        (Guide Labour Legislation Suriname, Glenn Piroe, 2011, pages 44-45)

        • Labour Act 1963 (No. 163 of 1963).

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