Großhandels- und Lagerei-Berufsgenossenschaft, Trade insurance association in Mannheim, Germany
The Großhandels- und Lagerei-Berufsgenossenschaft is a statutory accident insurance organization based in Mannheim that serves wholesale and logistics companies throughout Germany. It provides accident prevention, medical care, and financial protection for workers injured on the job or affected by occupational illness.
Established in 1922, this mutual insurance organization emerged to protect workers in wholesale and storage industries. Over decades it expanded from a small regional system into a major national institution covering millions of workers today.
The organization maintains regional offices across Germany, fostering a strong commitment to worker safety through prevention programs and comprehensive health initiatives.
The organization provides on-site guidance and support for implementing safety measures at workplaces. Employers and workers can access free prevention programs tailored to their specific industry needs.
The institution leverages digital technology to identify safety risks in logistics companies and improve loss prevention efforts. These innovative solutions help businesses reduce workplace incidents.
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