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
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.
Other data
Sector / Indrustry covered
Manufacture of wood and of products of wood and cork, except furniture; manufacture of articles of straw and plaiting materials
Manufacture of basic metals
Manufacture of fabricated metal products, except machinery and equipment
Hazards
Awkward postures
Forceful movements
Manual handling of loads
Repetitive movements/work
Static postures - standing
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
Employers
Managers
Safety officers
Occupational health physician
OSH consultant
