The FCOS Checkbox is a browser-based web application. Along with it, the FCOS also offers two smartphone apps – “SafetyCheck” and “ErgoCheck” – that were specially developed for the Checkbox. "ErgoCheck" helps you with step-by-step instructions on how to optimise workstations with computers. You do...

The German Social Accident Isurance for the construction industry BG BAU has set up an information platform for ergonomic equipment, tools and machines. It is meant to provide ideas and information about products that can reduce physical stress and prevent work related musculoskeletal dieseases.

This checklist includes questions on working postures of the back and neck, arms and hands, legs during sitting and standing tasks. It also gives examples of the type of action at a technical, organisational and individual level that can be put in place to prevent or reduce the risks caused by...

Staying fit at work: awkward and prolonged postures associated with lifting and moving patients - many work in health care can lead to back injuries. This poster shows you some exercises to prevent back injuries in health care.

Standing for long periods of time at work can cause discomfort and may pose workers at risk of muskuloskeletal diseases. This flyer provides helpful tips for a good workplace design and supports you on how you to protect yourself from negative effects of long standing at work.

This booklet is intended to help you to identify ergonomic risk factors in the workplace and to implement control measures if necessary. It provides suggestions and help to maintain the health and employability of your workers and thus the success of your company in the long term. In the annex you...

This E-Fact explains why HORECA workers are at risk of developing MSDs. Their jobs, for example, often involve prolonged standing and working in awkward postures. Much of their work is physically demanding, stressful and involves long working hours. Employers need to adapt prevention and...