Database research

for hazardous and biological substances

Virtual reality

Virtual reality studies in the SUTAVE laboratory of IFA

Ergonomics

CUELA system for workplace measurements

Dust at workplaces

Measuring and minimizing exposures

News

Building blocks for the risk assessment

The GDA Hazardous Substances Check by the German government, the federal states and the accident insurance institutions can be used to identify hazards from carcinogenic hazardous substances in the workplace - a useful tool especially for small and medium-sized enterprises.

The GESTIS Substance Database: Questions and Answers

A new FAQ page answers the most frequently asked questions about the gigantic treasure trove of data: The GESTIS substance database contains information on approx. 8 800 (hazardous) substances in the workplace!

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Results of the 2022 Proficiency Testing

In 2022, IFA's modern test gas stream was in action again: The IFA proficiency testing schemes 2022 are completed, their results are available for download.

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Sketch of an upper arm with robot arm and occurring forces

Collision with Cobots: Risk under Control

Collisions between humans and robots must not lead to injuries. The forces that occur can now not only be measured, but also compared with biomechanical limit values with the aid of a program.

Blessing and Curse: Epoxy Resins

Epoxy resins have unique technical properties - and are one of the most frequent triggers of occupational allergic skin diseases. The multidisciplinary Epoxy Resins Working Group presents here current research projects and concrete aids for practice.