The leaflet from the Austrian Social Accident Insurance AUVA provides information about the risks related to manual handling of patients. Photos with detailed descriptions show the right techniques to handle patients ergonomically.

construction workers who work for a long time in a kneeling position are at risk of developing chronic knee problems. This leaflet provides a list of ergonomic knee protectors and helps you to decide on the right knee protection equipment for your work.

Many chronic back pains are caused by faulty posture and improper handling of loads. This manual describes how the loads should be handled correctly to avoid overloading and back pain. The website also shows examples of exercise for back, shoulder, elbow and knee pain.

The RA Guy Foundation is a nonprofit organisation focussing exclusively on the emotional impact of rheumatoid arthritis. The RA Guy Foundation's aim is to improve the lives of people living with rheumatoid arthritis, as well as their family and friends with their programmes and resources. This...

Presentation of examples of ergonomic solutions in logistics in a car factory. This document displays real working conditions and the solutions that are given can be easily transferred to other sectors or companies.

Lifting and carrying heavy objects put a strain on the musculoskeletal system. Manual handling and awkward working postures may result in serious injuries of the intervertebral disc. This brochure shows you how to handle loads to minimise manual handling risks. You will also find compensatory...

Ergonomic equipment: Better sitting at your workplace, relieving your hands and fingers when typing or handling papers and dossiers with as little effort as possible: The workplace can be set up with equipment to help you to manage your working day. This blog shows you some examples.