Working on a laptop or tablet PC balanced on the lap is not recommended for longer periods of time: this posture can lead to disorders of the locomotor apparatus, particularly in the shoulder and neck, and also eye disorders. Working ergonomically is however also possible in hotels if they provide...

Over the years there have been repeated warning from Health Care professional bodies that heavy backpacks can cause injuries to children. Minimising the weight and strain they can have on your child is even more important when they havejuvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA). On this website you will...

Many people feel physically and mentally stressed after an eight-hour day working on a desk and a display screen. Musculoskeletal problems mainly arise when the display screen and workstation are not ergonomically designed, set correctly and the people are sitting all day without moving around. This...

The brochure guides you step by step to create an ergonomic working environment in your daycare center: We have a close look at awkward positions and provide you with tips for an ergonomic work environment and ergonomic postures. We highlight the most common activities in daycare - and help you to...

The checklist is intended to support the nursing management in providing ergonomic working conditions for health care workers, especially when working in day care. The checklist informs about the most important prevention measures and aids recommended by the German social accident insurance - BGW...

Manufacturers of machines are required to minimise the strain, fatigue, and mental strain of machine operators, taking into account ergonomic principles already in place when designing the machine. Ergonomic criteria are an integral part of such requirements. They ensure that human users and...

The purpose of these guidelines is to help reduce the risk of injuries from manual handling on farms by providing practical guidance on how to manage hazards.