Cleaning & ergonomics - Some tips from our job coach
As a housekeeper, you have an important but physically demanding job. Therefore, it’s essential to work ergonomically. Job coach Saartje is happy to share some practical tips to help you work in an ergonomic and comfortable way.
Key tips at a glance:
- Avoid heavy lifting
- Adjust your working height; for example, place your bucket of water on a chair/table
- Find points of support
- Use your legs when cleaning, move your legs - not your upper body
- Use tools for reaching such as a telescopic handle
- Alternate between standing and sitting
Our job coach Saartje also speaks other languages such as: Spanish, Turkish,... Watch the video in other languages here: