How to keep your staff healthy in the educational sector?

Lucian Blaga University of Sibiu, Faculty of Engineering, Emil Cioran street no.4, Sibiu, Romania

^* Corresponding author: mihaela.rotaru@ulbsibiu.ro

Abstract

The purpose of the paper is to identify risks and challenges for alternative forms of work during online classes for teaching personnel. Musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) affect the body’s bones, muscles, joints, ligaments/tendons, and nerves. Musculoskeletal health risk in the educational sector should be taken into consideration to ensure the safety and healthy employees, especially when online classes require a physical inactivity and a prolonged sitting in front of the computer. MSD management requires an integrated approach integrating wellbeing with a focus on prevention, recognizing physical, social and emotional influences and early intervention. Workplace wellness has been a valuable tool and technique for maximizing employee health and workplace efficiency.