Work in the technical services industry brings along a lot of health and safety risks. That's why future employees have to be made aware of risks in the workplace early on.
To encourage a healthy and safe working behaviour in time, Ranj has developed a beautifully designed 3D game in which (V)MBO students are familiarized with healthy and safe alternatives for common tasks. The applied visualisation technique is state of the art.
Preventing physical injuries
In Masters of Makeover, players are part of the team of the television programme. They have to handle tasks in a safe and responsible way, adding to a successful house makeover.
The focus is on preventing physical injuries. Players are confronted with the physical effects of actions such as lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling. Besides that, they have to apply their tools and protective equipment in the right way. If they do this correctly, they win the respect of the Masters of Makeover. If they gain enough respect, they can join them.
What players learn
- Recognizing dangerous situations in the workplace.
- Healthy and safe alternatives for common tasks.
- Understanding the self-interest in following health and safety guidelines.
- The long term effects of physical strain on their bodies.
