JOANNEUM RESEARCH

Safety and Ergonomics

The Safety Officer works together with specialists in occupational medicine to provide independent advice in the fields of occupational safety and health, accident avoidance, work hygiene and workplace design in compliance with the statutory provisions. He/She acts as the central point of contact both within and outside the company, especially for the Occupational Health and Safety Authority. The tasks range from providing information related to ergonomics and safety, monitoring safety at work and assisting the management in decision making  on investments and organisational changes in workplace design.