Type Case study
Norja
LanguageEnglish
ProviderEU OSHA
This series of short informative case studies looks at a range of policy level initiatives across Europe and beyond aiming to prevent and manage work-related MSDs. The studies focus on achievements, factors contributing to their success and challenges encountered, and transferability to other...
Type Case study
Saksa
LanguageGerman
Providerrobotik and production
Exoskeletons are wearable devices that can support the musculoskeletal system using various mechanical principles. With regard to work-related MSDS, they can reduce muscular stress in frequently affected body regions, such as the lower back or shoulders. Exoskeletons can support workers to reduce...
Type Guides & Tools
Belgia
LanguageFrench, Dutch
ProviderFederal Public Service Employment, Labor and Social Dialogue
This manual has three objectives: to know how the back is working, to understand how it can deteriorate and to develop solutions adapted to the distribution sector.
Type Guides & Tools
Belgia
LanguageFrench, Dutch
ProviderFederal Public Service Employment, Labor and Social Dialogue
This manual has three objectives: to know how the back is working, to understand how it can deteriorate and to develop solutions adapted to the transport and logistics sector.
Type Case study
Itävalta
LanguageGerman
ProviderAustrian Labour inspection
The objective of the "Ergo-Guide concept" was to qualify workers in the field of ergonomics so that they can identify ergonomic problems (e.g. awkward posture and movement) at the workplaces, systematically analyse the ergonomic hazards and help to find solutions to prevent MSDs. More than 250...