Manual patient handling is one of the major occupational risks for healthcare workers. Of primary concern are back injuries and shoulder strains, which can both, be severely debilitating. There are several factors, which make patient handling activities hazardous and hereby increase the risk of...

Moving and handling people in healthcare work can lead to musculoskeletal injuries and pain. The health care profession has been shown to be one of the occupation most at risk for back pain. A high proportion of health care professionals report musculoskeletal diseases (MSDs) and the primary cause...

This guide is a brief overview of what it means to be a transfer counsellor in the social and health field. It is intended as an introduction to new supervisors and employees. The workplaces in the field are very diverse and range from large hospitals to smaller institutions to the elderly care in...

Health-care workers face a higher risk than other workers of developing painful musculoskeletal disorders, which affect muscles, tendons, nerves or other soft tissues. This broschure shows employers, managers and employees how to design an ergonomical workplace. And provides tips how to prevent back...

This brochure for professionals in the help and care industry can be used for the selection of ergonomic equipment. The instructions provided in this document are helpful to find the adequate aids and measures to avoid physical stress.