Lifting and handling bricks is a highly repetitive task. It can also involve twisting, stooping or reaching upwards. The risk of injury increases with the weight of the block. This leaflet gives tips on how to handle heavy bricks ergonomically.

The film is part of a campaign 'Jugend-will-sich-er-leben' (Youth want to push limits - but not beyond safety) to raise awareness for safety and health at work among apprentices. Nico, a young worker, learns about safe handling loads and how to prevent backproblems. The video is made by cut-out...

In this brochure suggestions are given to reduce the physical strain on workers in building and construction. In this way, work gets done more efficiently, and employees will stay healthy, more productive and will be longer able to do their job. This informative brochure contains a lot of real...