Community news|26/03/14

New publication on “technostress”

Home > The news of EUROGIP and occupational risks in Europe > New publication on “technostress”

The ETUI has devoted a report to occupational risks related to the use of internet and mobile technologies. At present, work on a tablet, computer or mobile phone is increasingly prevalent. These tools have made it possible to work without any constraints of place or time, thus providing workers with greater independence and greater flexibility. But, at the same time, the boundary between working life and private life has been blurred, contributing to the development of psychosocial risks (PSR) such as burn-out and physical risks such as MSD. For this reason, the ETUI has studied the European regulations relating to working conditions and workers’ safety, and the way in which these regulations could apply to the use of mobile technologies.

Discover other news

Community news

12/11/24

Is climate change making work in Europe more dangerous?

Climate change has become part of everyday life in Europe. In the 25th episode of Eurofound Talks, a series of podcasts on key issues affecting life and work in Europe, researchers discuss its impact on working conditions and the labour market, the role of the green transition and how policies can protect workers and their jobs.

Community news

12/11/24

OHS in figures in the health and social services sector

This new report from the European Agency for Safety and Health at Work (EU-OSHA) aims to provide a statistical and factual overview of occupational safety and health (OSH) in an important sector facing many challenges: health and social care.