This article presents the main types of MSDs among computer workers, related risk factors, assessment and prevention of the MSDs in VDUs tasks.
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Musculoskeletal disorders in visual display unit (VDU) tasks
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Musculoskeletal disorders in visual display unit (VDU) tasks
Musculoskeletal disorders in visual display unit (VDU) tasks
Description
This article presents the main types of MSDs among computer workers, related risk factors, assessment and prevention of the MSDs in VDUs tasks.
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Language of original language description
English
Other data
Sector / Indrustry covered
Not sector specific
Hazards
Static postures - sitting
Using Display Screen Equipment
Health effects
Back pain or injury
Upper limb disorders
Lower limb disorders
Neck and shoulder disorders
Stress
Worker groups covered (vulnerable groups etc.)
All (no specific group)
Prevention measures
Elimination of hazards
Simple tips and measures
Technical measures e.g. ergonomic equipment
Purpose of the material
General information
Awareness raising
Risk assessment
Target audience
All (no specific target audience)
Priority area
Prevention
Telework
Year
2020