{"id":5615,"date":"2025-08-14T16:14:52","date_gmt":"2025-08-14T15:14:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/safetyfirst.ch\/occupational-health-and-safety-cfst-6508-obligations-and-msst-system\/complete-guide-to-perco-training-to-meet-msst-obligations\/"},"modified":"2026-09-19T19:11:47","modified_gmt":"2026-09-19T18:11:47","slug":"complete-guide-to-perco-training-to-meet-msst-obligations","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/safetyfirst.ch\/en\/occupational-health-and-safety-cfst-6508-obligations-and-msst-system\/complete-guide-to-perco-training-to-meet-msst-obligations\/","title":{"rendered":"Complete Guide to PERCO Training to Comply with MSST Obligations"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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PERCO training (Safety Contact Person) is an essential step for all companies subject to occupational safety requirements in Switzerland<\/a>, particularly within the MSST system (occupational physicians and occupational safety specialists). Intended for employees appointed to coordinate and monitor safety within their teams, this training provides the fundamental skills needed to identify risks, implement preventive measures and ensure compliance with Swiss legal requirements.<\/p>\n

By meeting the criteria established by the Federal Coordination Commission for Occupational Safety (CFST), PERCO training covers the ten key elements of the MSST system and combines legal theory with practical exercises adapted to the real-world context of companies. It aims to strengthen the internal safety culture while facilitating dialogue between employers, employees and specialists.<\/p>\n

This page provides a complete guide to PERCO training: its role, objectives, content, official recognition and tangible impact on accident prevention and MSST regulatory compliance. Whether you are an employer, an appointed employee or a safety manager, understanding and making the most of this training is key to ensuring a safe working environment that complies with Swiss legislation.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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  1. <\/i>What is PERCO training?<\/a><\/li>
  2. <\/i>Objectives and content of PERCO training<\/a><\/li>
  3. <\/i>The role of the PERCO in the MSST system<\/a><\/li>
  4. <\/i>Recognition and certification of PERCO training<\/a><\/li>
  5. <\/i>Benefits for the company and impact on occupational safety<\/a><\/li>
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    Definition of PERCO training and the role of a PERCO in a company<\/h3>\n

    PERCO training is the programme designed to train the Safety Contact Person (PERCO), a key participant in the MSST system in Switzerland. The PERCO is responsible for organising, coordinating and overseeing the implementation of occupational safety measures within the company or department. They act as an essential link between the employer, employees and occupational safety specialists (occupational physicians, engineers and occupational hygienists).<\/p>\n

    By taking on this role, the PERCO makes an active contribution to preventing occupational accidents and illnesses by anticipating risks, raising employee awareness and monitoring corrective actions in accordance with Swiss regulations. PERCO training provides the theoretical and practical foundations required to carry out these responsibilities effectively.<\/p>\n

    Who should take PERCO training? Target audience and relevant profiles<\/h3>\n

    PERCO training is primarily intended for employees or managers appointed by the company to take on safety responsibilities, particularly in SMEs or small organisations without dedicated specialist resources. It is designed for people who may not have an initial background in safety or risk management but who must contribute to MSST compliance.<\/p>\n

    Typical profiles include:<\/p>\n