Many of us sit at a computer all day long and constantly. Frequent screen work (also in the home office) can result in neck and shoulder tension, back problems and headaches. The Swiss Accident Insurance Fund Suva offers on its website the prevention module “Working healthily on the screen” with...

This guide presents several ergonomic criteria, e.g. adapted to the morphology of the users, that must be taken into account when purchasing furniture and accessories intended for display screen workstations. Most common pitfalls to be avoided are mentioned.

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...

This leaflet provides 8 tips and exercises to stay healthy when working at your display screen.

Do you have problems while working on the screen: For example tension in the neck, shoulders or back? Do you suffer from a headache or sore eyes? Are you disturbed by sunlight, and incorrectly shielded light and poor lighting design. In the present brochure you will find practical information to...

Most office jobs are dependent on the use of computers. As an employer, you must protect your workers from the health risks of working with display screen equipment, such as PCs, laptops, tablets and smartphones. This checklist helps you to select the right work furniture, keybord, mouse and screen...

A workstation that is set up incorrectly can create poor postures leading to musculoskeletal injury and eye strain. If you can not prevent mobile work and working on the laptop, the right hardware, optimised lighting conditions and good work organisation can prevent neck and shoulder problems. On...