This factsheets explain how continuous standing or sitting while working is a common source of discomfort and fatigue. Frequent changes of body positions, including alternating between sitting and standing, helps to avoid fatigue.
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Working in standing/sitting positions
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Working in standing/sitting positions
Working in standing/sitting positions
Description
This factsheets explain how continuous standing or sitting while working is a common source of discomfort and fatigue. Frequent changes of body positions, including alternating between sitting and standing, helps to avoid fatigue.
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Language of original language description
English
Other data
Sector / Indrustry covered
Not sector specific
Hazards
Static postures - sitting
Static postures - standing
Health effects
Back pain or injury
Upper limb disorders
Lower limb 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
Technical measures e.g. ergonomic equipment
Purpose of the material
Warning message/Alert
General information
Awareness raising
Target audience
All (no specific target audience)
Priority area
Prevention
Sedentary work
Telework
Year
2021