Breast screening: mammography unit ergonomic assessment

From:: Public Health England
Part of:: Breast screening: professional guidance
Published:: 1 October 2007

Overview and recommendations on buying, setting up and using mammography units for NHS breast screening programme correctly and comfortably.

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Ergonomic assessment of mammography units

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Commissioners and providers can use this guide to ensure they buy the correct equipment for an NHS breast screening programme.

It details the set up to for mammography units, ensuring staff and clients have correct posture during screening to avoid injury.

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