Platform work and the work environment

Digital labour platforms are transforming how work is organized, managed and experienced. The Swedish Agency for Work Environment Expertise is now publishing two new reports that highlight the work environment in platform work – ranging from concrete risks to broader structural challenges. The publications are intended to strengthen the knowledge base and complement each other in their examination of platform work and the work environment. 

Systematic literature review: Occupational safety and health on digital labour platforms

This systematic literature review provides a systematic review of the existing research on the work environment in platform work. It maps out: 

  • The work environment risks faced by platform workers 
  • How these risks affect health, safety and well-being 
  • Measures that can reduce risks and promote health 
  • Existing knowledge gaps and the need for further research 

Report: Platform work – what it is and how it works from an occupational safety and health perspective

This report builds on the systematic literature review and deepens the understanding of platform work as a phenomenon by: 

  • Analysing how digital labour platforms are emerging and transforming the labour market 
  • Discussing what platform work is, and how it can be defined and classified 
  • Describing how digital platforms affect social protection, job security and the work environment 
  • Clarifying the need for adapted regulations and work environment strategies for the platform economy 

Authors

The publications are written by an expert group at the University of Valencia: 

  • Professor Dr Adrian Todolí-Signes (Project Lead) 
  • Assistant Professor Dr Ángela Martín-Pozuelo 
  • David Crespo-Ortiz, PhD candidate 
  • Paula López-Aguado, PhD candidate 

Scientific review was carried out by Professor Bengt Sandblad, Uppsala University.
Process-leading analyst at the Swedish Agency for Work Environment Expertise: Robert Ljung. 

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  • Date

    December 16, 2025