Leader in the bed-lift market, the sheet metal company ATL Production manufactures equipment in Aubusson designed to improve the working conditions of hotel staff. Faced with numerous occupational hazards, it has transformed its workshop to better care for its employees Bed lifts, which account for...

Welding is a strenuous occupation involving work in awkward postures and handling heavy equipment. This can lead to muscular strain and painful tension. The following exercises have been specially developed for welders exposed to ergonomic risks. Regular training can help to stimulate and improve...

This booklet provides information on risk assessment and prevention for occupational health and safety experts and works councils in woodwork and metalwork. It contains information about risk assessments in both the factory floor as well as the risks associated with working in the office.

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.

Case study 5.6 in this report: A large retail bakery in the United Kingdom decided to take the opportunity of refurbishment plans to reduce the risk of upper-limb disorders in its predominately female workforce. Independent ergonomists assessed the suitability of its current food preparation benches...

This website provides practical advice and guidance to prevent musculoskeletal disorders for workers in the retail and grocery sector. Retail workers are at risk of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). While workers working at counters have to stand for long time, the work for cashiers is associated...

Many of the workrelated injuries and illnesses experienced by grocery store workers are musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), such as back injuries and sprains or strains that may develop from various factors. The service counter is mainly designed for the customer: In order to be able to present a...