Lifting and carrying heavy loads, working in awkward postures and repetitive movements with increased physical efforts can damage the health of your back, joints and muscles. This leaflet shows how you can prevent musculoskeletal disorders in the construction industry.

Lifting and carrying heavy loads, working in awkward postures and performing repetitive movements with increased physical efforts can damage the health of your back, joints and muscles. This information sheet shows how you can prevent musculoskeletal disorders in the construction industry.

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...

The work of rescue service and fire brigades is characterised by lifting and carrying heavy loads, time pressure, narrow transport routes and awkward postures. This leads to high loads on the musculoskeletal system, especially the back. Lifting and carrying heavy loads - especially those with...

If you are driving a vehicle, regardless if it is a forklift a delivery van or another company car, you are exposed to health risks every day. It is necessary to keep fit and thus to reduce the risk of musculoskeletal diseases. Take care of yourself and others! The information in this brochure are...

This campaign on preventing MSDs in the back consists of several behavioural prevention approaches to reduce work-related back strain. This campaign consists of posters, videos with exercises, and fact sheets, all of which are accessible from this website.

The film is part of a campaign 'Jugend-will-sich-er-leben' (Youth want to push limits - but not beyond safety) to raise awareness for safety and health at work among apprentices. Nico, a young worker, learns about his back and how to prevent backproblems. The video is made by cut-out animation and...