Type Visual resources, Guides & Tools
Il-Ġermanja
LanguageGerman
ProviderGerman accident Insurance of North-Rhine-Westpahlia
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...
Type Visual resources, Guides & Tools
Il-Ġermanja
LanguageGerman
ProviderVerwaltungs-Berufsgenossenschaft (VBG) Booklet
This booklet is meant for people working in public transport. It displays several exercises one could do during the work, but can be also used for other sectors in which prolonged sitting is an issue.
Type Guides & Tools
In-Netherlands
LanguageDutch
ProviderFNV
This booklet gives information on which activities are physically demanding and how to proceed in certain circumstances in order to avoid MSD's. Both the rules/stadards are mentioned as well as practical information on how to perform tasks in a way that the body of the worker isn't hurt
Type Visual resources, Guides & Tools
Il-Ġermanja
LanguageGerman
ProviderVerwaltungs-Berufsgenossenschaft (VBG)
Booklet on how to adjust the drivers seat in coaches in public transport
Type Visual resources
Canada
LanguageEnglish, French
ProviderCanadian Centre for Occupational Safety and Health (CCOHS)
Working at a computer often involves very few changes in body position. This lack of movement can lead to muscle pain and strain. This webpage shows some simple stretches that can be done at computer workstations. The stretches are described with line drawings and simple text.