Legal analysis of the implementation of insurance programs in the Republic of Kazakhstan to prevent accidents at work and assess the need for investments in safe work at the expense of the insurance fund formed in the compulsory accident insurance system
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DOI:
https://doi.org/10.32523/2616-6844-2023-144-3-42-50Keywords:
accident prevention, safe work, insurance fund, compulsory accident insurance, assessment of investment needs, labor protection, occupational risks, labor resourcesAbstract
Accident insurance systems that adhere to international standards and approaches form an essential element of occupational safety management systems, serving to enhance working conditions while mitigating occupational risks while safeguarding our country's workforce. Insurance is one of the most cost-effective regulatory mechanisms available today for improving working conditions while safeguarding workers.
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