Prevention of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) for hospital logistics staff
Prévention des troubles musculosquelettiques (TMS) pour le personnel de logistique hospitalière
Description
This guide on MSDs and hospital logistic staff covers what are MSDs, the risks and their prevention. It is illustrated with many photos and images showing real work situations, including good and bad practices and examples of exercises which can be done at work.
De par la nature de leur profession, le personnel de logistique hospitaliere est exposé au risque de troubles musculosquelettiques. La brochure répond à trois questions : C’est quoi un trouble musculosquelettique ? Quels sont les risques de TMS ? Et surtout, comment prévenir les TMS ? La brochure, rédigée par PREVENT, est illustrée de photos présentant des situations de travail réelles.
Other data
Hazards
Awkward postures
Forceful movements
Manual handling of loads
Repetitive movements/work
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
Safety officers
Occupational health physician
OSH consultant
