Prevention of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) for pickers
Prévention des troubles musculosquelettiques (TMS) pour les cueilleurs
Description
The brochure, specifically designed for pickers, 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, lescueilleurs sont exposés 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
Growing of tropical and subtropical fruits
Growing of citrus fruits
Growing of pome fruits and stone fruits
Growing of other tree and bush fruits and nuts
Growing of oleaginous fruits
Hazards
Awkward postures
Forceful movements
Long hours
Manual handling of loads
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
