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
Belgia
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

Other data

Sector / Indrustry covered
Snekring og tilknyttede aktiviteter
Hazards
Kraftkrevende bevegelser
Statiske arbeidsstillinger – stående
Health effects
Ryggsmerter eller -skader
Lidelser i øvre ekstremiteter
Worker groups covered (vulnerable groups etc.)
Alle (ingen spesifikk gruppe)
Prevention measures
Arbeidstakermedvirkning
Å redusere/minimere risikoen gjennom organisatoriske tiltak, f.eks. gjennom å redusere antall arbeidstakere som eksponeres, jobbrotasjon
Purpose of the material
Generell informasjon
Bevissthetsøkning
Risikovurdering
Target audience
Alle (ingen spesifikk målgruppe)
Year
2022