Mental Health at Work: The Obligations You May Not Know About
For years, talking about mental health at work was taboo. Today, Spanish law requires companies to evaluate and prevent psychosocial risks.
Legal obligation
The Occupational Risk Prevention Law (31/1995) requires evaluating all workplace risks, including psychosocial ones: stress, excessive workload, harassment, work-life imbalance and burnout.
Connection with time tracking
A system showing recurring 10-12 hour days is an alarm signal. If the company has that data and does not act, it may be considered negligent. Good time tracking helps detect concerning patterns early.
Conclusion
Employee mental health is your legal responsibility. Evaluate psychosocial risks, respect disconnection hours and use your time tracking system as an early detection tool.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is mental health the company responsibility?
Yes. Law 31/1995 requires assessing all workplace risks, including psychosocial ones: stress, workload, harassment, burnout.
What concrete obligations does the company have?
Assess psychosocial risks, prevent them, train managers and respect the right to disconnect. Documentation must be auditable.
Can the Inspectorate fine me for psychosocial risks?
Yes. Penalties for not assessing psychosocial risks fall under serious infringements (€626 to €7,500).