The measures of preventing an emerging infectious disease in occupational field in Germany

ーFrom public health viewpoint ー

Abstract

The purpose of this paper is to outline the features of combating emerging infectious disease in occupational fields and the discussion about the Act on the Prevention of Infectious Diseases （IfSG） in Germany, especially the duty to give proof of having immunity to Covid-19 relevant to employees working at particular facilities and companies. From the consideration of German law, the following suggestions were obtained regarding the measures of preventing an emerging infectious disease in Japan. First, vaccination duty can be justified according to the risks if people have an infection. Second, public organizations are to be involved in the measures of preventing an emerging infectious disease in occupational field. Finally, we have to consider what effect the obligations under public law have on the labor contract relationship.