Whole-body vibrations can lead to severe health problems such as spinal diseases. This guideline deals with the whole-body vibrations that occur when driving forklifts and other means of transport in the food and beverage industry. The brochure is meant to support you in performing the risk...

The brochure, specifically designed for shoe makers, answers three questions: What is a musculoskeletal disorder? What are the risks of MSDs? And most importantly, how can MSDs be prevented? The brochure, written by PREVENT, is illustrated with photos showing real work situations.

Guide giving information on why a prevention policy needs to be implemented for manual handling of loads in the retail sector. What are the preventive solutions in the retail sector and how to implement them.

This guide outlines common manual handling tasks and practical solutions to help workers complete tasks safely. It uses a ‘traffic light’ format to identify high risk work, reduced risk solutions and preferred solutions. Topics covered in the guide include: how to use risk controls to eliminate or...

The manual handling of loads can be improved by optimising work processes, e.g. by reducing unnecessary long carrying distances or improving the layout of the work area and storage. In particular mechanical aids can lead to a significant reduction of physical strain when handling heavy loads. This...

The manual handling of loads can be improved by optimising work processes, e.g. by reducing unnecessary long carrying distances or improving the layout of the work area and storage. In particular mechanical aids can lead to a significant reduction of physical strain when handling heavy loads. This...