This case study highlights how training a team of staff members in risk prevention helped a hotel in France independently analyse risks and implement solutions regarding workers’ health and safety.

This info sheet outlines the high prevalence of MSDs among children and adolescents. Many young people enter the labour force with pre-existing musculoskeletal problems which can potentially be exacerbated by work. A life course approach to addressing musculoskeletal conditions and musculoskeletal...

The prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) among children and adolescents is quite high and many young people enter the labour force with pre-existing musculoskeletal problems which can potentially be exacerbated by work. This PPT provides a general introduction to the topic and highlights...

This report examines how schools can contribute to early, long-term prevention and offers various perspectives of safety and health. It gives examples of successful integration in Europe and outlines recommendations to design and implement measures. Lastly, it presents a strategic approach for...

This report examines how schools can contribute to early, long-term prevention and offers various perspectives of safety and health. It gives examples of successful integration in Europe and outlines recommendations to design and implement measures. Lastly, it presents a strategic approach for...

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...

This info sheet outlines the current health recommendations and contains simple tips for employers and workers, such as taking frequent microbreaks, walking during phone calls, stretching breaks in meetings and ‘dynamic sitting’ , with specific advice for drivers.