The German Social Accident Isurance for the construction industry BG BAU has set up an information platform for ergonomic equipment, tools and machines. It is meant to provide ideas and information about products that can reduce physical stress and prevent work related musculoskeletal dieseases.

The checklist is intended to support the nursing management in providing ergonomic working conditions for health care workers, especially when working in day care. The checklist informs about the most important prevention measures and aids recommended by the German social accident insurance - BGW...

Staying fit at work: awkward and prolonged postures associated with lifting and moving patients - many work in health care can lead to back injuries. This poster shows you some exercises to prevent back injuries in health care.

This booklet is intended to help you to identify ergonomic risk factors in the workplace and to implement control measures if necessary. It provides suggestions and help to maintain the health and employability of your workers and thus the success of your company in the long term. In the annex you...

The LASI publication "Ergonomic solutions for prolonged static standing at work" is primarily aimed at the occupational safety and health authorities and provides them with information and checklists to identify the health risks caused by prolonged static standing at work and to derive...

Footwear is important for musculoskeletal function — especially for people who stay or walk for a long time on their feet. In health care workers have to walk and stand for long periods. Choosing the right footwear can help to prevent pain in the back, hips, knees, and feet. This website helps you...