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Breast screening: ergonomics in screening mammography

Good practice guidance for ergonomics in breast screening mammography.

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From:
NHS England
Published:
22 October 2018
Last updated:
29 July 2025
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  1. Changed lead organisation from Public Health England to NHS England.

  2. First published.

Applies to England

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Breast screening mammography: ergonomics good practice

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Appendix 1: Breast screening example of equipment ergonomic evaluation form

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Appendix 2: Breast screening example of equipment ergonomic evaluation form

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Appendix 3: Breast screening example of tomosynthesis equipment evaluation form

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This guide sets out some examples of good practice for ergonomics in breast screening mammography and includes recommendations for minimising the risk of injury.

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