The UK legislative framework addressing MSDs has been in place for nearly 40 years, and the policy approach is to inform and enable employers, encouraging them to address risks. The strategy under discussion is the latest in a series of initiatives stretching back 20 years. MSDs are addressed under...

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...

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.

The quick safety talk developped by the Social Accident Insurance for the Food and Catering Industry supports employers to train and remind workers that health and safety are important on their job. Funny pictures show different situation and solutions at workplaces and help workers to recognise and...

The incidence of low back pain in construction workers is consistently reported as being higher than in all other industries. Lifting and carrying weights of more than 25 kg and working overhead and in bad postures leads to back problems. Younger workers are often more prone to muskuloskeletal...