Type Visual resources
Canada
LanguageEnglish, French
ProviderCanadian Centre for Occupational Safety and Health (CCOHS)
Poster showing the correct position to manual material handling. The poster is both in English as in French.
Type Case study
Nemecko
LanguageEnglish
ProviderEU OSHA
This case study examines the ErgoKita project, which studied risk factors for musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) in nursery-school teachers and the effects of an intervention. It started with physiological work measurement, covering awkward postures such as sitting and lifting, and included provision...
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 Guides & Tools
EU, Rakúsko, Dánsko, Fínsko, Francúzsko, Nemecko, Maďarsko, Taliansko, Holandsko, Španielsko, Švédsko
LanguageEnglish
ProviderEU OSHA
This synthesis report is part of a much larger project intended to support policy-makers at EU and national levels by providing an accurate picture of the prevalence and costs of MSDs across Europe, pulling together existing data from a number of relevant and reliable official statistical sources...
Type Guides & Tools
Nemecko
LanguageGerman
ProviderGerman Federal Association for the Support of Posture and Mobilisation - BAG
Buying a school bag is often a challenge for parents. There are a lot of things that you need to think about before you end up buying school bag. This booklet provides information about school bag's materials, ergonomics, and recommended weight. This guide supports you in choosing the right school...
Type Guides & Tools
Nemecko
LanguageGerman
ProviderProfessional association for wood and metal
This leaflet focuses on Hypothenar Hammner Syndrome and what to do if you have similar complaints. It is designed for workers in both the wood and metal industry, but it's principles can be used in other sectors as well.
Type Visual resources
Nemecko
LanguageGerman
ProviderGerman Social Accident Insurance - DGUV
The film is part of a campaign 'Jugend-will-sich-er-leben' (Youth want to push limits - but not beyond safety) to raise awareness for safety and health at work among apprentices. Nico, a young worker, learns about safe handling loads and how to prevent backproblems. The video is made by cut-out...
