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Targets and measures for fair working conditions

Publikationsdatum: 28. March 2025
Letzte Änderung: 28. March, 2025

Example of target for fair working conditions

By 2030, we will achieve 80% employee satisfaction according to a recognised certification.

  • Measure 1Ensure living wages and prevent wage undercutting

    Fair working conditions are founded on fair wages, working hours and social benefits. Consult your staff about where they see the most significant gaps. Ensure that workers throughout the entire value chain, including suppliers and subcontractors, have access to appropriate occupational health and safety. Take note of the government's accompanying measures against wage undercutting.


  • Mesure 2Provide safe and healthy working conditions

    Integrate risk assessment, education and training, independent reporting channels, free access to external support programmes and health and safety measures to minimise the risk of injuries and accidents. This also contributes to productivity and work quality.


  • Measure 3Train and develop staff.

    Provide your staff with training and professional development to enhance their skills and offer opportunities for advancement. By promoting learning opportunities and supporting career development, you can address skills shortages and ensure your employees' continued professional growth.


  • Mesure 4Address equal opportunities

    To promote equal opportunities in the construction industry, you can:

    1. Promote the education and training of young people.
    2. Raise awareness of diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
    3. Support women specifically through mentoring programmes and family-friendly working arrangements.
    4. Create an accessible workplace for people with disabilities.

    These measures improve equal opportunities and create an inclusive working environment for all employees.


Relevance & added value

The construction industry is an important sector in Switzerland and contributes to job creation and economic growth. However, working conditions in the sector often present challenges, such as insecure working conditions, temporary contracts and wage undercutting among foreign workers. Additional challenges include gender equality and equal opportunities for people with disabilities.

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