Type Guides & Tools
Německo
LanguageGerman
ProviderGerman Social Accident Insurance - DGUV
Working on a laptop or tablet PC balanced on the lap is not recommended for longer periods of time: this posture can lead to disorders of the locomotor apparatus, particularly in the shoulder and neck, and also eye disorders. Working ergonomically is however also possible in hotels if they provide...
Type Guides & Tools
Německo
LanguageGerman
ProviderAccident Insurance Baden-Württemberg
he nursery teachers are at risk of low working postures: they have to lift and carry children, to sit on the floor, kneel or sit on small furniture or on the floor in order to take care of, play with, and interact with children. Regular exercises and training can help to reduce the stress after a...
Type Guides & Tools
Německo
LanguageGerman
ProviderGerman Social Accident Insurance - DGUV
Ergonomic machine design, checklist and evaluation sheet: In order to assess the ergonomic design of metalworking machines, the Woodworking and metalworking expert committee of the German Statutory Accident Insurance - DGUV has developed the "Ergonomic machine design, checklist and evaluation sheet...
Type Visual resources
Německo
LanguageGerman
ProviderGerman Accident Insurance of Rheinland-Pfalz (UK RLP)
Firefighting is dangerous work. Among others firefighters perform strenuous muscular work: they must climb stairs and ladders, carry and use heavy equipment, often above their head or in awkward positions, and they may be called upon to perform difficult rescue operations and handling victims...
Type Guides & Tools
Německo
LanguageGerman
ProviderGerman Social Accident Insurance for Health and Welfare Services
The brochure guides you step by step to create an ergonomic working environment in your daycare center: We have a close look at awkward positions and provide you with tips for an ergonomic work environment and ergonomic postures. We highlight the most common activities in daycare - and help you to...
Type Visual resources, Guides & Tools
Německo
LanguageGerman
ProviderGerman accident Insurance of North-Rhine-Westpahlia
The work of rescue service and fire brigades is characterised by lifting and carrying heavy loads, time pressure, narrow transport routes and awkward postures. This leads to high loads on the musculoskeletal system, especially the back. Lifting and carrying heavy loads - especially those with...
Type Guides & Tools
EU
LanguageEnglish, French
ProviderEuropean Trade Union Institute, ETUI
This policy brief looks at the work-related causes behind musculoskeletal disorders and formulates policy recommendations for the prevention of these occupational health risks.