This report examines the issues surrounding prolonged sitting at work, including the jobs and workers most affected, and identifies the health risks posed, including musculoskeletal disorders. It discusses pertinent EU legislation and the value of risk assessments for protecting the health of those engaged in work involving prolonged sitting.
Prolonged static sitting at work: health effects and good practice advice
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Prolonged static sitting at work: health effects and good practice advice
Prolonged static sitting at work: health effects and good practice advice
Description
This report examines the issues surrounding prolonged sitting at work, including the jobs and workers most affected, and identifies the health risks posed, including musculoskeletal disorders. It discusses pertinent EU legislation and the value of risk assessments for protecting the health of those engaged in work involving prolonged sitting.
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Language of original language description
English
Other data
Sector / Indrustry covered
Sem setor específico
Hazards
Posturas estáticas - sentado
Posturas estáticas - em pé
Health effects
Dor ou lesão lombar
Lesões dos membros superiores
Lesões dos membros inferiores
Lesões do pescoço e dos ombros
Worker groups covered (vulnerable groups etc.)
Todos (sem um grupo específico)
Prevention measures
Eliminação dos perigos
Conselhos e medidas simples
Medidas técnicas, por exemplo equipamento ergonómico
Exercícios
Purpose of the material
Informações gerais
Orientação
Avaliação de riscos
Target audience
Todos (sem um público-alvo específico)
Year
2021