On your feet at work

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On your feet at work

Im Beruf auf den Beinen

Type of item
Guides & Tools
Country
Switzerland
Languages

German

French

Italian

Provider
Provider (English)
Swiss league against rheumatism
Provider (Original)
Rheumaliga Schweiz

Description

This brochure is aimed at all people who are mainly working in a standing position. It contains many tips to reduce physical stress and to prevent occupational diseases due to long standing. You will find important information about workplace design and helpful relief postures. You will learn about relaxation and relaxation exercises and tips for active breaks.

Die vorliegende Broschüre wendet sich an alle Personen, die eine ausschliesslich oder überwiegend stehende Betätigung ausüben. Zahlreiche Tipps helfen, die körperlichen Belastungen zu reduzieren und Beschwerden vorzubeugen. Sie erhalten wichtige Informationen zur Arbeitsplatzgestaltung, erfahren Genaueres über Entlastungshaltungen, lernen Lockerungs- und Entspannungsübungen kennen und finden Anregungen für eine sinnvolle Pausengestaltung.

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Language of original language description

German

French

Italian

Other data

Hazards
Working with an existing MSD condition/disease
Health effects
Worsening of existing (chronic) condition
Worker groups covered (vulnerable groups etc.)
Sufferer of an MSK disorder or disease
Prevention measures
Improving individual working techniques (e.g manual handling postures)
Exercises
Purpose of the material
Training
Guidance
Target audience
Other
Priority area
Chronic conditions
Year
2010