Type Guides & Tools
Germania
LanguageGerman
ProviderDeutsche Gesetzliche Unfallversicherung
This brochure provides information about stresses and strains in the workplace of pedagogical specialists and describes technical, organizational and personal prevention measures on the subject areas "musculoskeletal loads", "natural and artificial lighting", "room temperature and air quality ”and...
Type Guides & Tools
Germania
LanguageGerman
ProviderGerman Social Accident Isurance for the construction industry - BG BAU
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.
Type Visual resources, Guides & Tools
Germania
LanguageGerman
ProviderGerman Social Accident Insurance for the Administrative Sector VBG
People working in offices spend the largest part of their working time in a sitting position, i.e. a posture causing considerable strain. Injuries resulting from sitting for long periods are a serious occupational health and safety problem. The quality of office chairs is of great importance for...
Type Guides & Tools
Germania
LanguageEnglish
ProviderEU OSHA
This country report analyses national data on musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). It enriches and complements the findings presented in the project’s final overview report, which covers the EU as a whole. These national data will add to knowledge of MSDs at EU level, contributing to the development...
Type Guides & Tools
Germania
LanguageGerman
ProviderBundesanstalt für Arbeitsschutz und Arbeitsmedizin
This little booklet is intended to give you some pointers on how pulling and pushing can be made less stressful and more secure. This information is not specific for one sector, it's principles and key points can be used by every company where pushing and pulling takes place.
Type Guides & Tools
Germania
LanguageGerman
ProviderProfessional association for wood and metal
This leaflet focuses on Hypothenar Hammner Syndrome and what to do if you have similar complaints. It is designed for workers in both the wood and metal industry, but it's principles can be used in other sectors as well.
Type Guides & Tools
Germania
LanguageGerman
ProviderInstitute for Occupational Safety and Health of the German Social Accident Insurance (IFA)
Driving vehicles at work expose workers to whole-body vibrations. The level of exposure may vary according to several factors, such as the driving style, the adjustment of the driver's seat, and the driver's body posture. It is important for the workers to understand the link between vibration and...