Ergonomics in the food sector

Save yourself lasting back complaints!

WHAT DOES THIS ERGONOMICS FOR THE FOOD INDUSTRY TRAINING COVER?

One of the sectors at risk of back complaints and other physical discomforts is the food sector.

If you come home with back pain after the working day, this is a sign that your back is overloaded.

Despite the advanced robotisation, we still handle many loads purely manually. A correct working method can save both employees and the company a lot of trouble.

Through simple exercises, we learn to adopt the right working posture in order to avoid overload.

With a correct working posture, you not only avoid temporary overload but also back complaints later in life!

3 ERGONOMIC TIPS IN THE FOOD SECTOR

1. Be sparing with your energy

2. Respect work and rest times

3. Don't twist with your back, but move your feet

Legislation and responsibilities (mandatory since 25/05/2024)

• 1° the nature of the risks and the biomechanical and other risk factors referred to in article VIII.1-1, as well as the possible health consequences such as MSDs
• 2° the prevention measures taken and the appropriate working methods, as well as the way they are applied
• 3° the role of the hierarchical line in applying and monitoring the prevention measures;
• 4° health surveillance
• 5° the procedure for detecting and reporting MSDs or other health problems caused by musculoskeletal risks at work

Content: adaptable to the target group

• Risks and points of attention
• Definition of ergonomics
  • Basic human anatomy and physiology
• Consequences of physical overload
  • Back problems
  • Neck complaints
• Tools and techniques in practice
  • Working posture
  • Standing and walking
  • Bending and stretching
  • Lifting and carrying
  • Pulling and pushing
  • Repetitive work
  • Stretching and muscle-strengthening exercises
  • Daily actions
• Correct use of machines

NO WORDS, BUT ACTIONS!

• Theoretical introduction (30%) with plenty of practical exercises (70%)
• Every participant receives a certificate of attendance

WHAT DOES THE LAW SAY?

The employer ensures that workers and the Committee receive information and appropriate training on musculoskeletal risks at work. (Art. VIII.1-5, Royal Decree amending book VIII of the code on well-being at work concerning ergonomics at work and the prevention of MSDs)

The employer ensures that every worker receives sufficient and appropriate training on the well-being of workers in the performance of their work, specifically focused on their workstation or function. This training is adapted to the evolution of risks and the emergence of new risks and is, where necessary, repeated at regular intervals. (Code, book II, title 3)