Body mapping is a technique to gain information about hazards and ill-health effects in work. The results of using this data-gathering and reporting technique can be fed into the risk assessment and subsequent used to review processes. One of the main reasons this should be promoted is that body...

This article is one in a series of discussion papers looking at sectors that have a high prevalence of MSDs. It summarises the findings of a review undertaken as part of the ergoHair project, which aims to promote a healthy and safe working environment in the hairdressing sector.

The workplace check is a simple screening tool to identify highly physically stressful working conditions, that can lead to musculoskeletal problems. Movements at work and a ctivities are checked on the basis of few selected criteria. You will find trhe checklist as well as a guidance on how to use...

This publication provides an overview of best practices on physical activity in the workplace, including case examples. It identifies which types of workplace physical activity interventions are effective in changing physical activity behaviour in different work sectors and types of workplace.

This risk assessment tool focuses on ten important aspects related to the workplace design and assesses work postures and movements for the five body parts back, neck, shoulders/arms, hands, hips/legs.

Apprentices account for 25,000 occupational accidents per year, including three year, including three fatal cases. This situation can and must be avoided. prevented. Apprentices are new to the profession and to the company. company. They need the support of trainers and supervisors. supervisors. It...

During the learning process, sport and exercise play an important role. The challenges require good physical condition and balance. Sport courses enable apprentices to develop both skills and competences that will be useful in their working lives. Today, one in six occupational accidents among...