Involving workers in planning a safe and ergonomic carpentry workshop using the SOBANE method and simulation

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Involving workers in planning a safe and ergonomic carpentry workshop using the SOBANE method and simulation

Involving workers in planning a safe and ergonomic carpentry workshop using the SOBANE method and simulation

Type of item
Case study
Country
Belgien
Languages

English

Provider
Provider (English)
EU-OSHA
Provider (Original)
EU-OSHA

Description

This case study highlights the successful collaboration of management, carpenters, an ergonomist and architect to create a safe and ergonomic workplace. The ergonomist facilitated the project and worked closely with two carpenters to analyse risks and define specifications for the new workshop. 

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Language of original language description

English

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Sector / Indrustry covered
Træbearbejdning og dermed forbundne aktiviteter
Hazards
Kraftfulde bevægelser
Statiske, stående arbejdsstillinger
Health effects
Rygsmerter eller -skader
Lidelser i overekstremiteterne
Worker groups covered (vulnerable groups etc.)
Alle (ingen specifik gruppe)
Prevention measures
Medarbejderdeltagelse
Minimere risikoen gennem organisatoriske foranstaltninger, f.eks. ved at reducere antallet af udsatte arbejdstagere, jobrotation
Purpose of the material
Generelle oplysninger
Bevidstgørelse
Risikovurdering
Target audience
Alle (ingen specifik målgruppe)
Year
2022