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BMAS
Abbreviation for Bundesministerium für Arbeit und Soziales
In short and in plain language
The BMAS is a German federal ministry.
It deals with work and social affairs. It also makes rules to keep workers safe.
One topic is harmful materials such as asbestos.
Definition
The BMAS is the German Federal Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs. Among other things, it is responsible for rules protecting employees and publishes information on occupational safety, for example on asbestos.