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Hygiene (Commerce and Offices) Convention, 1964 (No. 120) - Bulgaria (RATIFICATION: 1965)

The Committee notes the indication in the Government's latest report that it plans to discuss the issues raised in the Committee's previous comments and envisages drafting a Labour Safety Bill, after consultations with the social partners. The Government has also indicated, in its report, that it has requested technical cooperation assistance from the Office in the field of labour safety and hygiene. The Committee requests the Government to indicate, in its next report, the progress made in elaborating new legislation to give effect to the following provisions of the Convention: Article 7 of the Convention (maintenance and cleanliness of premises and equipment); Article 12 (sufficient supply of wholesome drinking water available to workers); Article 13 (sufficient and suitable washing facilities and sanitary conveniences); Article 15 (suitable facilities for changing, leaving and drying clothing); Article 19 (maintenance at the workplace of dispensaries, first-aid posts, first-aid cupboards or boxes).