An ICT worker diagnosed with knee osteoarthritis was able to remain in his job thanks to some straightforward adjustments. Thus, the company he works for had been able to retain an expert worker who is able to train others.
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Accommodations and task changes to enable an ICT worker to manage knee osteoarthritis
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Accommodations and task changes to enable an ICT worker to manage knee osteoarthritis
Accommodations and task changes to enable an ICT worker to manage knee osteoarthritis
Description
An ICT worker diagnosed with knee osteoarthritis was able to remain in his job thanks to some straightforward adjustments. Thus, the company he works for had been able to retain an expert worker who is able to train others.
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Language of original language description
English
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Sector / Indrustry covered
INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION
Hazards
Awkward postures
Manual handling of loads
Working with an existing MSD condition/disease
Health effects
Lower limb disorders
Worker groups covered (vulnerable groups etc.)
Sufferer of an MSK disorder or disease
Prevention measures
Elimination of hazards
Improving individual working techniques (e.g manual handling postures)
Simple tips and measures
Technical measures e.g. ergonomic equipment
Reducing/minimising the risk by organisational measures, e.g. reducing the number of workers exposed, job rotation
Adjustments following injury/sickness absence
Adjustments/support for chronic MSD disorder/disease/pain suffers
Purpose of the material
General information
Awareness raising
Risk assessment
Target audience
All (no specific target audience)
Priority area
Chronic conditions
Year
2020