Musculoskeletal loads in wood and metal industries - Information on risk assessment and prevention

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Musculoskeletal loads in wood and metal industries - Information on risk assessment and prevention

Muskel-Skelett-Belastungen in Holz- und Metall-Branchen – Hinweise zu Gefährdungsbeurteilung und Prävention

Type of item
Guides & Tools
Country
Germany
Languages

German

Provider
Provider (English)
Professional association for wood and metal
Provider (Original)
Berufsgenossenschaft Holz und Metall

Description

This booklet provides information on risk assessment and prevention for occupational health and safety experts and works councils in woodwork and metalwork. It contains information about risk assessments in both the factory floor as well as the risks associated with working in the office.

 

Diese Broschüre enthält Informationen zur Risikobewertung und -prävention für Arbeitsschutzkräfte und Betriebsräte für Holz- und Metallarbeiten. Es enthält Informationen zu Risikobewertungen sowohl in der Fabrik als auch zu den Risiken, die mit der Arbeit im Büro verbunden sind.

 

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Language of original language description

German

Other data

Hazards
Awkward postures
Forceful movements
Manual handling of loads
Repetitive movements/work
Static postures - standing
Health effects
MSDs unspecified
Worker groups covered (vulnerable groups etc.)
All (no specific group)
Prevention measures
Elimination of hazards
Improving individual working techniques (e.g manual handling postures)
Simple tips and measures
Technical measures e.g. ergonomic equipment
Purpose of the material
Guidance
Risk assessment
Target audience
Employers
Managers
Safety officers
Occupational health physician
OSH consultant
Priority area
Prevention
Year
2017