Working at the University of Bern

Work Environment

ERGONOMICS AT THE WORKPLACE

Personen am Arbeitstisch umgeben von vielen Pflanzen

Ergonomically designed workstations are an effective way to counteract fatigue and overstrain. The introduction of simple measures can often minimize the risk of accidents and work-related illnesses. The "Risk Management Office" of the University of Bern is at your disposal, including to support you with requests for ergonomic workstations.

OCCUPATIONAL MEDICINE

Ein Diagramm mit organisatorischen Abläufen

Occupational medicine is tasked with preventing occupational health issues of employees at the University of Bern. The focus is on employees who work at institutes with particular workplace hazards, such as infectious agents or chemical substances. Occupational medicine is responsible for organizing and implementing occupational health checks, including physical examinations, providing advice and defining appropriate measures. A further important area is risk assessment, advice and recommendations for appropriate measures for maternity protection.

Contact persons
MD Marcus Bauer, specialist for occupational medicine, marcus.bauer@unibe.ch  
Liane Mühlenberg, specialist assistant for occupational medicine,  liane.muehlenberg@unibe.ch