From 14 November 2025, Royal Decree 893/2024 comes into force, requiring employers of domestic workers to conduct a formal occupational risk assessment in the household. This marks the end of the long-standing exemption and aligns domestic employment with all other sectors in terms of occupational health and safety.
- What does it imply?
- Prepare a risk assessment report using the official platform https://prevencion10.es.
- Identify risks (e.g., chemical products, ladders, heavy lifting) and implement preventive measures.
- Provide the document to the worker and keep a written copy on record.
- Penalties:
- Fines ranging from €2,451 to €49,000 for non-compliance.
- Next steps:
- In 2026, a right to free medical examinations every three years will be introduced for domestic workers.
This regulation aims to dignify domestic employment, strengthen safety standards, and reduce occupational accidents.