In collaboration with IKK Nordrhein which is the health insurance of many trade businesses by tradition, Klaus Brandenburg started a project for healthy backs for his workers. The project combined health promotion and technical prevention measures.
Backing healthy backs
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Backing healthy backs
Backing healthy backs
Description
In collaboration with IKK Nordrhein which is the health insurance of many trade businesses by tradition, Klaus Brandenburg started a project for healthy backs for his workers. The project combined health promotion and technical prevention measures.
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Language of original language description
English
Other data
Hazards
Awkward postures
Forceful movements
Manual handling of loads
Health effects
Back pain or injury
Upper limb disorders
Neck and shoulder disorders
Worker groups covered (vulnerable groups etc.)
All (no specific group)
Prevention measures
Elimination of hazards
Improving individual working techniques (e.g manual handling postures)
Simple tips and measures
Worker participation
Technical measures e.g. ergonomic equipment
Training/guidance (for workers)
Exercises
Purpose of the material
General information
Awareness raising
Guidance
Target audience
Employers
Managers
Safety officers
Workers
Priority area
Prevention
Year
2010