The Berufsgenossenschaft Holz und Metall (BGHM) is a leading provider of statutory accident insurance in Germany. It promotes safety and health in the wood and metal industry through prevention, rehabilitation, and digital services.
The Professional Association for Wood and Metal (BGHM) is one of the largest providers of statutory accident insurance in Germany. It supports around 5 million employees in over 250,000 companies in the wood and metal industry, including furniture manufacturers, sawmills, carpenters, and automobile manufacturers[1][5].
The mission of the BGHM is to protect the safety and health of the insured and to secure the existence of member companies through liability exemption. Self-administration by entrepreneurs and the insured ensures industry-specific and practical decision-making[5].
The BGHM is committed to prevention through continuous training and consulting. It also promotes innovations in occupational safety, for example, by participating in specialist events and developing new prevention approaches[3][5]. Additionally, the BGHM participates in social initiatives, such as recognizing voluntary activities and supporting addiction prevention projects[5].
Through its comprehensive services and initiatives, the BGHM significantly contributes to safety and health in the workplace and promotes sustainable practices in the wood and metal industry.
