In an argument that sounds familiar on this side of the Atlantic, a group of European employers say that a proposed work-related musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) directive would impose an unbearable administrative and financial burden upon companies – especially small businesses.
In a letter sent recently to Antonio Tajani, vice-president of the Industry Committee, and László Andor, the Social Affairs Commissioner, the companies expressed their opposition to European legislation on MSDs, a draft directive of which has been in the works for years.