There are many causes of back pain. The German Social Accident Insurance for Raw materials and the chemical industry BG RCI offers courses to prevent back pain. The courses are split in four modules and are carried out by qualified specialists from the BG RCI. The modules deal with: Module 1 - Learn...

What is the ideal working height for an activity? What is the best way to deal with frequent or long-term work on the screen? What should be done about noise and vibration? What has to be considered for an ageing workforce? What are the effects of time of day on working activity? These and many...

This brochure provides information about stresses and strains in the workplace of pedagogical specialists and describes technical, organizational and personal prevention measures on the subject areas "musculoskeletal loads", "natural and artificial lighting", "room temperature and air quality ”and“...

People working in offices spend the largest part of their working time in a sitting position, i.e. a posture causing considerable strain. Injuries resulting from sitting for long periods are a serious occupational health and safety problem. The quality of office chairs is of great importance for...

This leaflet provides exercises for office workers and workers who use display screens and sit for a long time. The leaflet provide in addition tips on how to adjust the office chair ergonomically.

Plan ten minutes of exercise during your lunch break on a regular basis. This poster shows various exercises to improve fitness and physical agility at work.

Working long hours at a desk, little moving, and awkward positions can increase your risk of injuries. This poster shows easy to do exercises to train your sonsor motorik. you need only a towel or a yoga mat.