Lighten the load! Prevention of back pain in the transport sector

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Lighten the load! Prevention of back pain in the transport sector

Alivie a carga! Prevenção das lombalgias no setor dos transportes

Type of item
Guides & Tools
Country
Portugal
Languages

Portuguese, Portugal

Provider
Provider (English)
Authority for Working Conditions
Provider (Original)
Autoridade para as Condições do Trabalho

Description

This brochure is dedicated to the prevention of injuries in the back region in the transport sector. The brochure provides general knowledge about the back and back injuries and discusses several preventive measures to avoid MSDs. 

 

Esta brochura, concebida no âmbito da campanha de sensibilização sobre Movimentação Manual de Cargas, realizada em 2007, em todos os Estados-membros da União Europeia promovida pelo CARIT, Comité dos Altos Responsáveis da Inspeção do Trabalho), é dedicada à prevenção das lesões na região dorsal no sector dos Transportes.

 

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URL
http://www.act.gov.pt/(pt-PT)/crc/PublicacoesElectronicas/Documents/Movimenta%C…

Other data

Hazards
Awkward postures
Forceful movements
Manual handling of loads
Health effects
Back pain or injury
Worker groups covered (vulnerable groups etc.)
All (no specific group)
Prevention measures
Improving individual working techniques (e.g manual handling postures)
Simple tips and measures
Technical measures e.g. ergonomic equipment
Purpose of the material
Guidance
Target audience
All (no specific target audience)
Year
2007