Research institutions and technology-oriented start-ups often work with new processes, laboratory environments and changing project teams. This dynamic environment is subject to clear legal requirements for occupational safety. Structured support in line with Section 6 ASiG and DGUV Regulation 2 helps to identify risks in everyday research work at an early stage and to define suitable measures. SAFETY & HEALTH Consulting combines technical expertise with a realistic view of project operations.

Integrating occupational safety from the start

It is considerably easier to incorporate occupational safety requirements right from the beginning of a project than to retrofit them later. Missing risk assessments, unclear responsibilities or scattered documents lead to unnecessary risks and extra work. Systematic planning of responsibilities, training sessions and inspection intervals reduces errors and rework in the long term.

Legal framework and new flexibility

Section 6 ASiG and DGUV Regulation 2 require the appointment of a safety professional and an occupational physician. For start-ups and smaller research teams, external safety professionals are often the best option, as they bring tailored working hours and up-to-date knowledge of new DGUV rules. The stronger emphasis on digital advisory options from 2026 onwards makes regular contact easier without generating excessive travel time.

Our article External safety professional: Support for start-ups explains in more detail how flexible support models can be set up.

SAFETY & HEALTH Consulting helps research institutions and start-ups to integrate occupational safety requirements into their projects from the outset in a targeted and transparent way.