Traditional nets are produced manually by operators at UAB Vonin Lithuania, a professional fishing equipment manufacturer, leading to musculoskeletal disorders. As the tasks could not be mechanised, the work was analysed to identify safe working techniques to reduce the loads on their body. As well...

ART is a risk assessment tool. This tool is most suited for tasks that: involve actions of the upper limbs; repeat every few minutes, or even more frequently; and occur for at least 1–2 hours per day or shift. ART tool is made up of three sections: the assessment guide; the risk factors and the...

The publication presents the most important principles of organisation and ways of performing work in sitting and standing positions, related to manual transport and activities such as lifting, carrying, pulling, pushing in hospitals, nursing homes and nursing homes.

This guides provides information about the carpal tunnel syndrome and gives some insights/tips on how to prevent it.

This brochure is designed for managers and employees of retail facilities, especially those who work in manual handling, working in conditions that are not adapted to their physical and mental requirements or at risk of cold. The managerial staff will learn how to organize work in accordance with...

Most of works on the fishing and transport boats are related to the manual handling and lifting of the various loads and repetitive movements or incorrect working postures. The management of the company decided to develop a combined method of ergonomic training for raising employees’ awareness...

The Lighten the Load campaign featured the Good Practice Awards, which recognise organisations that have made outstanding and innovative contributions to tackling MSDs. The awards promote and encourage practical solutions in workplaces and share this good practice around Europe. This publication...