Type Visual resources, Guides & Tools
Švýcarsko
LanguageGerman, English, French, Italian
ProviderSwiss Federal Coordination Commission for Occupational Safety FCOS
The FCOS Checkbox is a browser-based web application. Along with it, the FCOS also offers two smartphone apps – “SafetyCheck” and “ErgoCheck” – that were specially developed for the Checkbox. "ErgoCheck" helps you with step-by-step instructions on how to optimise workstations with computers. You do...
Type Guides & Tools
Švýcarsko
LanguageGerman, French, Italian
ProviderSwiss Accident Insurance Fund - SUVA
Manual patient handling is one of the major occupational risks for healthcare workers. Of primary concern are back injuries and shoulder strains, which can both, be severely debilitating. There are several factors, which make patient handling activities hazardous and hereby increase the risk of...
Type Visual resources, Guides & Tools
Lotyšsko
LanguageLatvian
ProviderInstitute for Safety, Environment and Health
This guide provides practical advice and examples on the correct positions for workers who handle loads and the correct way to maintain a good posture. It also provides examples of stretching exercises in seated work.
Type Visual resources, Guides & Tools
Švýcarsko
LanguageGerman, French, Italian
ProviderSwiss Accident Insurance Fund - SUVA
The workplace check is a simple screening tool to identify highly physically stressful working conditions, that can lead to musculoskeletal problems. Movements at work and a ctivities are checked on the basis of few selected criteria. You will find trhe checklist as well as a guidance on how to use...
Type Guides & Tools
Švýcarsko
LanguageGerman, French, Italian
ProviderSwiss Accident Insurance Fund - SUVA
Most back injuries result from improper lifting. Protect your back by practicing proper lifting and carrying techniques.This brochure shows you correct lifting and carrying techniques. With pictures and information you will learn how to safely lift and carry loads.
Type Visual resources, Guides & Tools
Švýcarsko
LanguageGerman, French, Italian
ProviderSUVA
This brochure , aimed at managers and staff within the home care sector. In the brochure useful information on health risks, including physical loads, are discussed. With the help of real-life pictures, tips and best practices are shared in order to prevent MSDs.
Type Visual resources
Švýcarsko
LanguageGerman, French, Italian
ProviderState Secretariat for Economic Affairs SECO
Leaflet giving tips to work comfortably on a computer work space.
