Here is the ergonomics legislation from
Hungary
The information here was collated from official online sources by Ergo Global ergonomists. All information is for general purposes and cannot be considered 1-to-1 legal advice. Ergo Global disclaim any liability relating to the information provided on this page.
To Note
Hungary does not have a single “ergonomics act,” but ergonomics regulation is integrated into its Act no. 93/1993 Occupational Safety and Health Act.
Page last updated: 20/05/2026
The Duties of
The Employer
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Section 54: Hazard avoidance and risk assessments
(1) In the interest of occupational safety and health, employers shall observe the following general requirements:
a) hazards shall be avoided;
b) unavoidable hazards shall be evaluated;
c) hazards shall be eliminated at the place of origin;
d) the human factor shall be taken into consideration when setting up the workplace, when selecting the work equipment and procedures, with particular regard to reducing the amount of work time spent on monotonous or frequently repeated procedures and the detrimental effects of such, and to the scheduling of the work time, and to avoid any psychosocial stress that may result from work;
(2) Employers shall conduct risk assessment so as to assess and evaluate the qualitative and quantitative aspects of risks jeopardizing the health and safety of workers, with particular regard to the applied work equipment, to dangerous substances and dangerous mixtures, potential strain on the workers and the design and arrangement of the workplace. Employers shall conduct risk assessment procedures with a view to identifying potential harmful effects (sources of danger, emergencies), and the people exposed to such effects, and to estimating the degree of danger and vulnerability (accident, health impairment). The risk assessment shall provide for the evaluation of the level of exposure through the inspection of occupational hygiene relating to the permissible limits of etiological factors at work. -
Section 55: Training
(1) Employers shall provide adequate training for employees to obtain theoretical and practical knowledge regarding occupational safety and health, and to be able to apply such during their employment, along with the necessary rules, instructions and information upon:
a) beginning work,
b) changing workplace or position, as well as upon changes in occupational safety and health standards,
c) having a work instrument converted, or a new work instrument introduced,
d) introducing a new technological process. Training sessions shall be held during regular working hours, and shall be repeated periodically as appropriate, taking into account any changes in existing risks or new risks and implementing preventive steps and measures. The subject matter of the training sessions shall be recorded and signed by all participants.
The Duties of
The Employer
🏠 for Remote Work
- Provision of equipment - Provide employees with the equipment necessary to perform the work, such as a computer or a laptop, unless otherwise agreed in the employment contract (e.g., employees use their own technical equipment) cover all necessary and verified costs of the employee.
- Provision of techical support - Provide the employee with appropriate technical support and necessary training targeted at the service of the equipment unless separately agreed otherwise.
- Provision of information - Provide the employee with information and requirements for operating the equipment and keeping it in a good condition.
- Provision of entry - Provide the employee with an ability to enter the work premises and contact the colleagues unless otherwise not agreed upon.
- Provision of individual support - Provide other technical or documentary support according to the individual/collective employment agreement
The Duties of
The Employee
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Section 60: Safe environment and equipment
(1) Workers may only report to work in a condition appropriate for safe performance of the work, and in compliance with occupational safety and health rules and regulations, and following the instructions received in training. Workers must cooperate with one another, and shall perform their work without endangering their own health and the health of others. Therefore, they shall, in particular,
a) make sure of the safe condition of work equipment provided in the manner reasonably expected, use such equipment in accordance with the designated purpose and with the employer’s instructions, and attend to the maintenance duties as assigned;
b) use personal safety equipment in accordance with the designated purpose, and keep such equipment clean as reasonably expected; -
Section 61: Rights from employers
Employees are entitled to demand that the employers:
a) provide the conditions for occupational safety and health and the protective measures prescribed in the labor safety regulations in connection with hazardous activities;
b) provide the necessary information concerning occupational safety and health standards, and ensure sufficient time for learning such information;
c) provide the equipment, work equipment and protective equipment, and protective drinks prescribed, as well as cleaning agents and facilities necessary for the performance of the work from the perspective of labor safety. -
Employees who work remotely are obliged to do the following:
1) Designate a specific area (at the place they work remotely) to serve as a workplace
2) Store and use the equipment provided by the employer properly
3) Observe and maintain the employer’s policy on the organisation of work and health and safety at work
4) Provide the employer with an access to their home office within the working hours in compliance with health and safety at work
What's next?
Step 1
Run an ergonomics audit following these regulations.
Step 2
List out the gaps in your ergonomics policy.
Step 4
Contact Ergo Global for more support where needed.
