This report examines the issues surrounding prolonged sitting at work, including the jobs and workers most affected, and identifies the health risks posed, including musculoskeletal disorders. It discusses pertinent EU legislation and the value of risk assessments for protecting the health of those engaged in work involving prolonged sitting.
Prolonged static sitting at work: health effects and good practice advice
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Prolonged static sitting at work: health effects and good practice advice
Prolonged static sitting at work: health effects and good practice advice
Description
This report examines the issues surrounding prolonged sitting at work, including the jobs and workers most affected, and identifies the health risks posed, including musculoskeletal disorders. It discusses pertinent EU legislation and the value of risk assessments for protecting the health of those engaged in work involving prolonged sitting.
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Language of original language description
English
Other data
Sector / Indrustry covered
žádné specifické odvětví
Hazards
Statické polohy – sezení
Statické polohy – stání
Health effects
Bolest zad nebo jejich zranění
Poruchy dolních končetin
Poruchy dolních končetin
Poruchy krku a ramen
Worker groups covered (vulnerable groups etc.)
Všichni (žádná konkrétní skupina)
Prevention measures
Odstranění nebezpečí
Jednoduché tipy a opatření
Technická opatření, např. ergonomické vybavení
Cvičení
Purpose of the material
Obecné informace
Pokyny
Hodnocení rizik
Target audience
Všichni (žádná konkrétní cílová skupina)
Year
2021