Ergonomics of physical work
A major cause of absenteeism in the workplace is physical overexertion. Fortunately, you can address ergonomic risks to manage the physical demands on your employees. IDEWE will support you every step of the way in caring for your employees together.
Want to effectively address physical demands at your organisation?
Our experts are standing at the ready with advice tailored to your organisation.
Why are ergonomics important in physical work?
Overexertion is always a risk in physical work. The best way to avoid problems? Reduce your employees’ exposure to ergonomic risks. Is there no alternative? In that case, set up workspaces to be ergonomic and train your employees on how to approach physically demanding tasks properly.
How do you create an ergonomic office workplace?
Our experts will help you systematically improve your workplace ergonomics. They do so by supporting you with both collective and individual measures. This happens at three levels:
Preventing physical complaints
- Make ergonomics an integral part of your organisation’s policy.
- Set up your workspaces to be ergonomic.
- Inform your employees about ergonomics.
- Launch campaigns to encourage a healthy lifestyle.
Managing ergonomic risks at your healthcare facility
- Discuss ergonomic risks in the workplace.
- Identify and analyse all the risks with the help of an ergonomist.
- Train ergocoaches to push forward your ergonomics policy.
- Draw up an action plan with concrete priorities.
- Have an ergonomist train and advise your employees at work.
Retaining and reintegrating employees with physical complaints
- Have your workspaces assessed and ensure personalised ergonomic advice for employees with complaints.
- Provide specific training for employees with chronic or persistent pain.
Want to effectively address physical demands at your organisation?
With ErgoAudit, you can systematically identify these risks and discover what needs to be improved. You will receive a concrete action plan for a targeted approach to physical demands.
Physically demanding work requires continuous attention.
With ErgoSupport, you receive regular guidance from an ergonomist who will assist your organisation in reducing risks and embedding healthy working practices.
Why choose IDEWE?
- Experienced professionals - Our team of skilled ergonomists provide the right support.
- Tailor-made services - From production halls to construction sites, we will conduct a thorough analysis of your situation and translate this into practical, achievable ergonomic solutions.