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Screen work and lighting in winter: attention to comfort and productivity
11 February 2026
During the winter months, employees spend more time under artificial light. The days are shorter, natural daylight is more limited, and workplaces often become entirely dependent on indoor lighting. For employees who perform intensive screen work, this can have a significant impact on comfort, concentration, and well-being.
Reintegration and ergonomics: jointly building a sustainable return to work
11 February 2026
Long-term illness has a major impact on your organization. In addition to the human consequences, absence also brings organizational and financial challenges. A well-considered reintegration policy is therefore essential. At Premed EDPBW, we see daily how strongly reintegration and ergonomics are connected. An adapted workplace can make the difference between relapse and a sustainable return.
Hybrid working with impact: discover the FOD WASO reflection tool
9 September 2025
Five years ago, the coronavirus crisis forced companies worldwide to quickly switch to teleworking and hybrid work. This change brought many benefits, such as more flexibility and a better work-life balance. However, despite these advantages, many companies still face the challenges of hybrid work. The topic remains relevant and often causes friction between employers and employees, or among colleagues.
Prevent long-term absence by investing in ergonomics
8 May 2025
Physical complaints such as back, neck or shoulder pain increasingly lead to long-term absence from work. By investing in ergonomics, companies can not only prevent these complaints, but also limit absenteeism and the pressure on healthcare. Premed supports organizations with a structured approach to address ergonomic risks and avoid long-term absenteeism.
10 Tips to prevent battery fires
20 March 2025
Various incidents in the media show that batteries are not as innocent as they seem. It's not just the rechargeable batteries of electric bikes or cars, but also those of small devices such as power banks, hoverboards, smartphones, laptops, etc., that can catch fire or explode during or after charging. These devices usually use a type of lithium-ion battery. Although generally safe, these can spontaneously catch fire due to poor quality or various external factors (shocks, temperature...).
Eight tips to prevent prolonged sitting at the workplace
26 October 2023
Do your employees also mainly perform screen work where they sit still for long periods during the day?
This behavior, also known as sedentary behavior, is ubiquitous in modern society.
This lifestyle is increasingly recognized as a serious threat to health.
And this both in the workplace and outside of it.
This behavior, also known as sedentary behavior, is ubiquitous in modern society.
This lifestyle is increasingly recognized as a serious threat to health.
And this both in the workplace and outside of it.
Stand up straight at 10:10 AM on October 10th!
9 October 2023
Tomorrow, October 10th, everyone stands up for ten minutes at 10 AM, that is the call launched by ergonomics association VerV and the Flemish Institute for Healthy Living. Standing more during work, will your employees participate?!