Type Case study
Nemecko
LanguageEnglish
ProviderEU OSHA
This case study highlights Germany’s holistic approach to tackling musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), facilitated by a comprehensive legal framework. MSDs are the most common cause of absence from work in Germany, and preventing them is one of the priorities of the Joint German Occupational Safety...
Type Case study
Nemecko
LanguageEnglish
ProviderEU OSHA
This series of short informative case studies looks at a range of policy level initiatives across Europe and beyond aiming to prevent and manage work-related MSDs. The studies focus on achievements, factors contributing to their success and challenges encountered, and transferability to other...
Type Visual resources
Nemecko
LanguageGerman
ProviderGerman Social Accident Isurance for the wood and metal sector
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...
Type Guides & Tools
New Zealand
LanguageEnglish
ProviderACC New Zealand
This information sheet identifies the dangers and risks from manual handling in farming and offers recommendations to help avoid accidents and injuries.
Type Visual resources
New Zealand
LanguageEnglish
ProviderACC New Zealand
This pictorial booklet is provides basic advice for workstation ergonomics and work methods for fruit packers who have to stand to work. This includes advice on how to move on the job and useful exercises to do while working. Each page is an instruction leaflet and a poster at the same time
Type Visual resources
New Zealand
LanguageEnglish
ProviderACC New Zealand
These flip cards give workers information about postures and moving the body during static work. Furthermore, several body exercises are displayed to prevent and manage discomfort, pain and injury
Type Visual resources
Nemecko
LanguageGerman
ProviderBau-ABC Rostrup
Stretching in construction is an initiative by BELA BAU - movement and ergonomics in construction training. The poster aims to sensitise young workers to practice stretching.