Areas that can create a risk include:
- repetitive and heavy lifting
- bending and twisting repeating an action too frequently
- uncomfortable working position
- exerting too much force
- working too long without breaks
- adverse working environment (e.g. hot, cold)
- psychosocial factors (e.g. high job demands, time pressures and lack of control)
- not receiving and acting upon reports of symptoms quick enough
Simple Tips about MSDs:
- you can do things to prevent or minimise MSDs
- the prevention measures are cost effective
- you cannot prevent all MSDs, so early reporting of symptoms, proper treatment and suitable rehabilitation is essential.
MSDs as a Priority because:
- you can do things to prevent or minimise MSDs
- they affect large numbers of people across most industries and occupations;
- they have the potential to ruin people's lives;
- and they impose heavy costs on employers and on society.
Risk factors causing MSDs can be found in virtually every workplace from commerce to agriculture, health services to construction.
Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) are associated with these factors:
- work postures and movements,
- repetitiveness and pace of work,
- force of movements,
- vibration, and
- temperature
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Here is a sample Risk Assessment to determine your
hazards involving ergonomics in the workplace. Please remember that your workplace
is unique and if you require any assistance with completing a Risk Assesment please
call our Toll Free Phone Number 1 877 761 5354.
For more information about MSD's and Ergonomics:
Straighten Up or Pay The Price
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