Screen work can lead to visual fatigue, stress and musculoskeletal disorders. The occupational factors that determine these health problems are related, in particular, to the display of information, the work space, the physical environment and the organization of work.
This guide has two parts: one focused on health and the other on the ergonomics of the work situation on a computerized workstation.
This brochure aims to provide operational support to the various players in the company in the process of acquiring or integrating exoskeletons. Its objective is to facilitate the selection process of an exoskeleton, which is currently made difficult by the speed of technological evolution and the diversity of equipment. It also proposes to identify the main parameters to be taken into account during the evaluation of the man-task-exoskeleton interaction, with regard to the physical workload.
On 28 October 2021, the Societal Impact of Pain (SIP) organised a virtual event on employment and pain policy entitled “Workplace integration and adaptation for people living with pain - What can be done to support a healthy and productive European workforce and society?”.
The aim of this initiative was to identify gaps in employment policies for workers with pain and disabilities. And also provide recommendations for effective adaptation of their working environment so they can return or remain at work safely.
SIP organised this virtual meeting in response to the European Institutions’ commitment to the implementation of the European Pillar of Social Rights' Action Plan, the EU Health and Safety Strategic Framework 2021-2027, and the EU Strategy for the Rights of Persons with Disabilities 2021-2030.
The event report and the slides presented are available for download.
The Societal Impact of Pain (SIP) is a Healthy Workplaces Campaign Official Partner. Find out more about their mission statement.
Forklift operators spend most of the shift in the seated position associated with frequent lateral and axial spine rotations. After the eight-hour work shift feeling of pain or eventually stiff muscles can be expected in many operators. At ContiTech Vibration Control GmbH they no longer wanted to accept this and dealt intensively with the topic of reducing the risk of accidents and reducing physical stress by optimising all-round visibility in forklifts. This good practice example was nominated for the 2017 Safety Technology Award organised by BG RCI
The main goal of the webinar was to share experiences and information on recent developments regarding MSD Mobile phone apps. Through presentations of examples of phone apps covering different aspects of MSD risk assessment and prevention the...
The Carrefour hypermarket in Fougères, one hour from Rennes, has taken part in an experiment aimed at tackling the issue of preserving the health of its employees. This commitment has led the company to reorganize its drive-through activity. The actions implemented have convinced the group, which is deploying them in its other stores.
This awareness-raising brochure, intended for small and medium-sized businesses, presents the main occupational hazards related to the catering and reception industry, as well as the key figures for work-related accidents and illnesses. It also reminds us of the main situations that cause accidents at work and the essential prevention solutions.
This leaflet presents the main risks related to beauty care and the prevention measures to be implemented.
This awareness-raising leaflet, intended for small and medium-sized businesses, presents the main risks related to beauty care activities as well as the key figures for occupational accidents and diseases in this sector. It also reminds us of the main situations that cause accidents at work as well as the essential prevention solutions to take action.