This work will support a key strategy of the Health and Safety Authority in the area of Occupational Health to protect workers’ health from any existing and emerging work related hazards and to encourage workplace practices that promote good health. 

 

This publication demonstrates examples of how companies introduced a range of engineering and organisational improvements in the way work is carried out to avoid or reduce the risk of musculoskeletal injury. It describes a range of measures that companies can consider to minimise exposure of their workforce to poor ergonomic conditions.

 

This guidance document is designed to assist those who deal with ergonomic issues in a workplace setting. It contains detailed information and clear images to demonstrate some ergonomic principles.