Traditional nets are produced manually by operators at UAB Vonin Lithuania, a professional fishing equipment manufacturer, leading to musculoskeletal disorders. As the tasks could not be mechanised, the work was analysed to identify safe working techniques to reduce the loads on their body. As well...

This practical infographic provides simple advice on sitting at your desk and tips on moving.

The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has challenged employers to equip their workers with the tools they need in order to do their jobs safely at home, and it’s important that this focus includes both mental and physical health.

This article offers ergonomics advice on setting up a temporary home office when little is adjustable.

This short blog provides advice on active strategies to prioritise healthy activity that can fit into your work at home schedule. This can be beneficial even if you participate in a regular physical activity. The tips are divided into 3 areas: Setting up a proper work environment; taking active...

This blog provides ideas for adopting different positions for working at home, other than standard sitting on a chair at a desk. The ideas for sitting in different postures on the floor or exercising while standing may not suit everybody, but it shows how the opportunity of working at home can be...

This fact sheet provides information and guidance for human resources and work health and safety managers. Its purpose is to help workplaces develop a business case for reducing sedentary practices in the workplace.