This toolkit is a collection of information, guidance materials and templates that can help workplaces develop and apply an organisational strategy to reduce prolonged sitting in the workplace. Prolonged sitting poses significant risks to the health of workers and to the organisations they work for. Risks include chronic disease and early death for workers, and loss of productivity for organisations.
Sedentary work practices toolkit
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Sedentary work practices toolkit
Sedentary work practices toolkit
Description
This toolkit is a collection of information, guidance materials and templates that can help workplaces develop and apply an organisational strategy to reduce prolonged sitting in the workplace. Prolonged sitting poses significant risks to the health of workers and to the organisations they work for. Risks include chronic disease and early death for workers, and loss of productivity for organisations.
Other data
Sector / Indrustry covered
Not sector specific
Hazards
Static postures - sitting
Health effects
MSDs unspecified
Worker groups covered (vulnerable groups etc.)
All (no specific group)
Prevention measures
Elimination of hazards
Simple tips and measures
Technical measures e.g. ergonomic equipment
Training/guidance (for workers)
Target audience
All (no specific target audience)
Year
2019