Guide on the prevention of upper limb disorders (ulds) in the financial services sector
Guide on the prevention of upper limb disorders (ulds) in the financial services sector
Description
The Financial Services sector employs 106,400 people in Ireland (HSA Statistics Report 2009). The nature of work in the financial services sector requires employees to work at computer workstations as a significant part of their normal work. There is a need to ensure that employees are protected from potential hazards in conducting their work at computer workstations. This guide gives helpful tips on how to avoid MSDs, for both employers as employees.
The Financial Services sector employs 106,400 people in Ireland (HSA Statistics Report 2009). The nature of work in the financial services sector requires employees to work at computer workstations as a significant part of their normal work. There is a need to ensure that employees are protected from potential hazards in conducting their work at computer workstations. This guide gives helpful tips on how to avoid MSDs, for both employers as employees.
Other data
Hazards
Repetitive movements/work
Static postures - sitting
Using Display Screen Equipment
Worker groups covered (vulnerable groups etc.)
Prevention measures
Elimination of hazards
Improving individual working techniques (e.g manual handling postures)
Simple tips and measures
Technical measures e.g. ergonomic equipment
Target audience
All (no specific target audience)