Introduction
The article presents specific elements of the process of auditing occupational health and safety (OSH) management system, such as definition and principles to be applied during audit, types of audit (internal, second-…
Introduction
‘BeSMART.ie’ (Business Electronic Safety Management and Risk assessment Tool) is a free online resource provided by the Health and Safety Authority in Ireland, that enables small businesses and the self-employed to…
The background to body mapping
Body mapping is a technique to gain information about hazards and ill-health effects in work, first developed by community groups and trade unions, and meanwhile adapted by educators in a variety of…
Introduction
This article provides some basic guidance on how to carry out participatory ergonomics in the workplace, in particular for preventing musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). It draws on a longer article on participatory…
Introduction
Leadership strikes to reach goals. Leadership can be described as the goal-oriented design of working conditions. In this process, different tasks of leadership can be distinguished: leadership regarding tasks,…
Introduction
Micro and small enterprises (MSEs) account for nearly 99% of enterprises in the European Union (EU) and employ nearly 50% of EU workers. Given these numbers, and the significant role such enterprises play in society as…
Introduction
Companies are operating increasingly in networks (i.e. contractor chains with contractors, suppliers and/or other companies. This requires several companies/parties working together to get the work done. Working in…
Introduction
Modern organisations almost always work together with other (partner) organisations in order to achieve their goals. Tasks get subdivided between companies with each company specialising in a particular expertise. All…
Introduction
A properly designed job guarantees that the worker is able to accomplish what is required in a safe and healthy fashion, and thereby reduce physical and psychological strain. Further, it helps with the organisation of…
Abstract
98% of firms coming under the French general social security scheme employ fewer than 50 employees. Although small enterprises do not see risk prevention as a priority, the statistics show without doubt that the majority of…
