Ergonomics - adapting workplaces to people
Ergonomie - Arbeitsplätze den Menschen anpassen
Description
In this brochure it is explained what the ideal conditions in the workplace are, how to make sure a workplace fits the task. This brochure also gives detailed information about how to use several tools during work.
Menschengerechte Arbeitsgestaltung umfasst mehr als den Kauf hochwertiger Möbel und Lampen. Auch die Arbeitsorganisation, das Betriebsklima und die persönlichen Gestaltungsmöglichkeiten sollten passen. Tipps für ein gedeihliches Miteinander am Arbeitsplatz bietet diese Broschüre.
Other data
Sector / Indrustry covered
Hazards
Awkward postures
Forceful movements
Manual handling of loads
Poor work organisation
Repetitive movements/work
Worker groups covered (vulnerable groups etc.)
Prevention measures
Elimination of hazards
Improving individual working techniques (e.g manual handling postures)
Technical measures e.g. ergonomic equipment
Reducing/minimising the risk by organisational measures, e.g. reducing the number of workers exposed, job rotation
Training/guidance (for workers)
Target audience
All (no specific target audience)
