LIFE Fit for REACH-2 expands to Slovakia

The LIFE Fit for REACH-2 (FFR-2) project, which aims to improve chemical risk management (CRM) and support safer, more sustainable business practices, continues to grow. After expanding to Hungary, Slovakia has now joined the project in a supporting role, contributing to the broader regional replication effort.

Slovakia’s involvement is on a smaller scale than Hungary’s and is represented by SCPC, Ltd. (Slovak Cleaner Production Centre), a company with long-standing experience in consultancy in areas of environmental protection, occupational health and safety (OHS), and fire protection. SCPC, Ltd. became part of the Fit for REACH-2 project consortium in July 2025, with the main goal of raising awareness of chemical risk management and REACH requirements among Slovak industrial companies.

As part of the FFR-2 project, SCPC, Ltd. will support activities in Slovakia through:

• Information Days: At least two events will be held to connect with Slovak businesses and introduce them to the project and its goals.
• Consulting Services: SCPC, Ltd. will work closely with five companies, helping them identify chemical-related risks, create chemical inventories, and put practical CRM solutions in place.
• Training Sessions: Three training sessions will be organized for companies and business associations, offering practical, hands-on guidance on chemical risk management.

SCPC, Ltd. also pointed out the practical benefits of the project for local businesses:

“Many Slovak companies are still looking for clear and practical guidance on REACH compliance and chemical risk management. Fit for REACH-2 offers tested tools and approaches that help businesses improve safety while staying competitive.”

By taking part in Fit for REACH-2, Slovakia supports the project’s overall goal of strengthening chemical risk management and promoting safer, more sustainable business practices across Europe.