Direct guidance
What to know or do
Treat “Desk work” as generally okay only when it matches the preparation, amount and health context described here. List repeated lifting, long standing, heat, chemicals, infection exposure, night shifts and missed breaks.
What changes the answer
- The named chemical, biological, radiation, physical or scheduling hazard
- How often and how much exposure occurs, including spills and take-home residue
- Engineering controls, task changes and correctly fitted PPE available at work
General guidance
When to get individual help
This is a general pregnancy baseline, not personal clearance. Change course and ask for advice if symptoms, complications or an individual care plan make the situation different.