As part of a prevention contract, the Don Camillo restaurant in Orléans was able to finance the purchase of several pieces of equipment to reduce handling and the risk of musculoskeletal disorders in the kitchen and bar. During renovation work, the Don Camillo benefited from a prevention contract...

In the catering industry, carrying hundreds of trays daily can be a source of RSI. To address this, the Rainforest Café has reduced the weight of its tableware. For example, by switching to polycarbonate carafes, the restaurant management reduced the weight of the carafes from 800g to 290g. The...

This video of a risk assessment case study shows hospital staff sorting linen into laundry bags and putting bags into linen cages. It points out the risks and gives a solution for the problems showed.

This video of a risk assesment case study shows a hotel employee removing linen from hotel bedroom. It points out the risks and gives a solution for the problems showed.

This E-Fact explains why HORECA workers are at risk of developing MSDs. Their jobs, for example, often involve prolonged standing and working in awkward postures. Much of their work is physically demanding, stressful and involves long working hours. Employers need to adapt prevention and...