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Occupational Safety for Startups & Growing Companies

The Foundation for Long-Term Success

Arbeitssicherheit, Brandschutz, Energie und Umwelt – Leistungen von SiFa-flex

Occupational Safety for Startups & Growing Companies

The Foundation for Long-Term Success

Why occupational safety is essential for startups and growing companies

Many startups initially focus mainly on growth and innovation, while occupational safety is often neglected. Yet from the very first employee, comprehensive health and safety is not only required by law but also a decisive factor in minimising risks and protecting the company in the long term. Occupational safety is not a nice-to-have but a must-have for every growing company – regardless of headcount.

Occupational Safety as a Success Factor for Startups

Occupational safety is not something that should be postponed. Right from the founding of a startup, it is important to establish the necessary safety measures to protect the company and its employees. Occupational safety is not just an obligation, but also an investment in the future of the company.
  • Improved employee retention and satisfaction: A safe and healthy work environment shows employees that their health and safety are valued. This fosters not only trust but also motivation and loyalty. Satisfied employees are less often ill and stay with the company in the long term – a decisive advantage in times of skills shortages.
  • Protection against financial losses from accidents: Workplace accidents can become expensive – not only through the immediate costs of treatment or compensation, but also through production downtime and reputational damage. A good occupational safety system minimises these risks and thus contributes to the company’s economic success.
  • Legal certainty and avoiding penalties: Compliance with occupational safety regulations is required by law. Violations can lead to high fines and, in the worst case, claims for damages. Startups that prioritise occupational safety from the start minimise legal risks and create a solid foundation for sustainable growth without legal pitfalls.

Reasons to implement it

Why occupational safety matters from day one

Startups are often dynamic and fast-paced, but that does not mean they bear less responsibility for the safety of their employees than established companies. On the contrary: introducing health and safety measures not only provides legal protection but also strengthens employees’ trust and motivation.

Legal obligations from the first employee

In Germany, all employers – regardless of headcount – must comply with occupational safety regulations. This includes carrying out risk assessments, providing first-aid supplies and regularly training employees. A company must take these measures as soon as it hires its first employee.

Special challenges for startups

Startups often have a particular work dynamic that also brings special challenges in occupational safety. Flexible working, creative work environments and the use of new technologies call for tailored safety solutions. This applies above all to areas such as home-office arrangements, ergonomic workstations and the proper handling of new digital tools.

How employers’ liability insurance associations can help

The German employers’ liability insurance associations (Berufsgenossenschaften, BG) are important partners for startups when it comes to occupational safety. They provide support with registration, advise on specific safety requirements and help implement legal requirements correctly. Young companies in particular benefit from the BG’s preventive measures to avoid costly accidents and long-term health damage.

Our Packages

Starter Package

One-time consultation to get started

€950 one-time

Basic Package

Worry-free with annual support

From €2,950 per year

Premium Package

The all-inclusive plan for maximum safety

From €5,950 per year

What's included

  • Basic occupational safety consulting
  • incl. introduction to risk assessments, operating instructions and employee briefings

Process

We either visit you in person or arrange an online appointment. After the consultation, you receive a comprehensive report with a to-do list documenting all the necessary steps.

Request package

What's included

We take on the role of your external occupational safety specialist. With us at your side, you are well positioned to meet the requirements of the employers’ liability insurance associations and supervisory authorities.

Additional services

  • Annual on-site inspection of your premises
  • continuous consulting throughout the year
Request package

What's included

  • Complete safety package
  • Incl. a detailed GAP analysis
  • Documentation creation
  • annual safety briefing (in German and/or English)
  • Acting as your external occupational safety specialist

Flexibility

When things change in your startup, we are on site as often as needed – for example during adjustments or visits from the authorities. We support you in meeting all official requirements.
Request package

Starter Package

One-time consultation to get started

€950 one-time

What's included

  • Basic occupational safety consulting
  • incl. introduction to risk assessments, operating instructions and employee briefings

Process

We either visit you in person or arrange an online appointment. After the consultation, you receive a comprehensive report with a to-do list documenting all the necessary steps.

Request package

Basic Package

Worry-free with annual support

From €2,950 per year

What's included

We take on the role of your external occupational safety specialist. With us at your side, you are well positioned to meet the requirements of the employers’ liability insurance associations and supervisory authorities.

Additional services

  • Annual on-site inspection of your premises
  • continuous consulting throughout the year
Request package

Premium Package

The all-inclusive plan for maximum safety

From €5,950 per year

What's included

  • Complete safety package
  • Incl. a detailed GAP analysis
  • Documentation creation
  • annual safety briefing (in German and/or English)

Flexibility

When things change in your startup, we are on site as often as needed – for example during adjustments or visits from the authorities. We support you in meeting all official requirements.
Request package
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How to protect your business: occupational safety made easy for founders

This e-book gives founders and startups a compact, hands-on guide to implementing occupational safety measures from the very first employee. It clearly explains the legal requirements and shows how companies can protect their employees through preventive measures, minimise legal risks and grow successfully in the long term. An essential guide for young companies that want to prioritise safety from the start.
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At SiFa-flex, we use our many years of experience and our commitment to offer innovative, future-oriented solutions in occupational safety and environmental protection. Our expertise allows us to anticipate our clients’ dynamic needs and develop tailored strategies.

Andreas Bedrunka, Geschäftsführer und Sicherheitsingenieur von SiFa-flex

M.Sc. Andreas Bedrunka – Founder

Education

  • Industrial Engineering at the University of Siegen
  • Master of Science degree

Career

  • Environmental and energy manager for a large corporation (Aerospace)
  • Occupational safety specialist for a mechanical engineering company (3D printing)
  • Occupational safety specialist for a startup (medical technology)
  • Founded the engineering office specialising in consulting services in occupational safety, environmental and energy management
  • Founded SiFa-flex GmbH

Safety Engineer

  • Training as an occupational safety specialist at TÜV SÜD with certifications from BGHM, HWBG, BGHW, BG W, BG BAU and BG ETEM
  • Licensed safety specialist (SFK) for the Republic of Austria
  • Member of the BFSI – German Association of Freelance Safety Engineers and Inter-Company Services
  • Member of the VDSI – German Association for Safety, Health and Environmental Protection at Work
  • Member of the Bavarian Chamber of Construction Engineers
Andreas Bedrunka, Geschäftsführer und Sicherheitsingenieur von SiFa-flex

M.Sc. Andreas Bedrunka – Founder

Education

  • Industrial Engineering at the University of Siegen
  • Master of Science degree

Career

  • Environmental and energy manager for a large corporation (Aerospace)
  • Occupational safety specialist for a mechanical engineering company (3D printing)
  • Occupational safety specialist for a startup (medical technology)
  • Founded the engineering office specialising in consulting services in occupational safety, environmental and energy management
  • Managing Director of SiFa-flex GmbH

Safety Engineer

  • Training as an occupational safety specialist at TÜV SÜD with certifications from BGHM, HWBG, BGHW, BG W, BG BAU and BG ETEM
  • Licensed safety specialist (SFK) for the Republic of Austria
  • Member of the BFSI – German Association of Freelance Safety Engineers and Inter-Company Services
  • Member of the VDSI – German Association for Safety, Health and Environmental Protection at Work
  • Member of the Bavarian Chamber of Construction Engineers
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