[Organization of occupational medicine in the Federal Republic of Germany]

The present organization and development of occupational medicine in the Federal Republic of Germany are presented. The main laws and regulations are summarized as well as their ways of enforcement. Then, the status of occupational medicine, the legal conditions to which it complies, the level of prevailing expertise and the education are discussed. Finally, the official introduction of this science to the University level, including the research and education needs, is studied.