Lifting and carrying heavy loads, working in awkward postures and repetitive movements with increased physical efforts can damage the health of your back, joints and muscles. This leaflet shows how you can prevent musculoskeletal disorders in the construction industry.

ergo-online® is a comprehensive and attractive online platform on occupational health and safety for office work, telework and mobile work. The website is aimed at workers, employers, safety officers, OSH consultant and workers representatives. The website offers helpful information and practical...

Working safely with display screen equipment: Headache and back problems, tension in the neck and shoulders - this does not have to happen. Contribute to your own health. This leaflet will help you to test your own workplave considering ergonomic issues.

If you have a job that requires you to stand for long periods of time, it can be very hard on your back and legs. This poster presents different exercises to prevent back problems.

An desk job can contribute to back pain, especially if you have poor posture or sit all day in an office chair. This poster shows exercises for back mobilisation and that strengthen the lower back and may help people manage lower back pain.

This brochure provides advice for lifting right in the case of personal transfer within the care sector. It has examples of risky situations and what to consider in risk assessments. Good ergonomics are important. The brochure is also available in English (PDF).

Footwear is important for musculoskeletal function — especially for people who stay for a long time on their feet. In health care workers have to walk and stand for long periods. Choosing the right footwear can help to prevent pain in the back, hips, knees, and feet. This leaflet provides tips to...