BGN

The Berufsgenossenschaft Nahrungsmittel und Gastgewerbe (BGN) is Germany’s statutory accident insurance association for businesses in the food and beverage industries, hospitality, baking, meat processing, breweries and malting, and show businesses and circuses. It supports member companies and insured people in preventing workplace accidents and occupational illnesses, and provides assistance when they occur.

BGN offers guidance on occupational safety and health, including workplace risk assessments, training, industry-specific advice, and access to safety and health resources. Its services include occupational medical and safety support, seminars, measurement and analysis services, and information materials. Businesses can use its resources for membership, contributions, payroll reporting, and company registration.

For insured people, BGN provides care and medical rehabilitation after work-related or commuting accidents and occupational diseases. It also supports vocational and social rehabilitation, care needs, and eligible financial benefits. The organization provides guidance on reporting accidents and occupational illnesses, rehabilitation and participation, travel-cost reimbursement, and workplace reintegration.