Prevention of Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs) for housemaids
Prévention des troubles musculosquelettiques (TMS) pour les femmes de chambre
Description
The brochure, specifically designed for housemaids, answers three questions: What is a musculoskeletal disorder? What are the risks of MSDs? And most importantly, how can MSDs be prevented? The brochure, written by PREVENT, is illustrated with photos showing real work situations.
De par la nature de leur profession, les femmes de chambre sont exposées 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
Sector / Indrustry covered
ACCOMMODATION AND FOOD SERVICE ACTIVITIES
Cleaning activities
Hazards
Awkward postures
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
