Prevention of musculoskeletal injuries in poultry processing

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Prevention of musculoskeletal injuries in poultry processing

Prevention of musculoskeletal injuries in poultry processing

Type of item
Guides & Tools
Country
USA
Languages

English

Provider
Provider (English)
Occupational Health and Safety Authority
Provider (Original)
Occupational Safety and Health Administration

Description

These updated guidelines provide recommendations for poultry processing facilities to reduce the number and severity of work-related musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). In preparing the following recommendations, OSHA reviewed existing practices and programs as well as available scientific information on ergonomic-related risk factors in poultry processing facilities. OSHA’s guidelines are designed specifically for the poultry processing industry; however, other industries may find the recommendations and solutions presented useful.

 

These updated guidelines provide recommendations for poultry processing facilities to reduce the number and severity of work-related musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). In preparing the following recommendations, OSHA reviewed existing practices and programs as well as available scientific information on ergonomic-related risk factors in poultry processing facilities. OSHA’s guidelines are designed specifically for the poultry processing industry; however, other industries may find the recommendations and solutions presented useful.

 

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English

Other data

Hazards
Nepřirozené polohy
Práce ve vysokém tempu
Prudké pohyby
Ruční manipulace s břemeny
Opakující se pohyby/práce
Statické polohy – stání
Health effects
Muskuloskeletální poruchy nespecifikovány
Worker groups covered (vulnerable groups etc.)
Všichni (žádná konkrétní skupina)
Prevention measures
Odstranění nebezpečí
Zlepšování individuálních pracovních technik (např. pozice při ruční manipulaci)
Jednoduché tipy a opatření
Technická opatření, např. ergonomické vybavení
Purpose of the material
Pokyny
Target audience
Zaměstnavatelé
Pracovníci
Year
2013