This article presents the evidence that associates the work-related neck and upper limb disorders (WRULDs) with exposure to hand-arm tasks. Understanding these associations and relating them to disease aetiology is critical to identify the workplace exposures that should be reduced or prevented.
Risk factors for musculoskeletal disorders development: hand-arm tasks, repetitive work
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Risk factors for musculoskeletal disorders development: hand-arm tasks, repetitive work
Risk factors for musculoskeletal disorders development: hand-arm tasks, repetitive work
Description
This article presents the evidence that associates the work-related neck and upper limb disorders (WRULDs) with exposure to hand-arm tasks. Understanding these associations and relating them to disease aetiology is critical to identify the workplace exposures that should be reduced or prevented.
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Language of original language description
English
Other data
Hazards
Forceful movements
Manual handling of loads
Repetitive movements/work
Vibrations
Health effects
Back pain or injury
Upper limb disorders
Worker groups covered (vulnerable groups etc.)
All (no specific group)
Prevention measures
Elimination of hazards
Improving individual working techniques (e.g manual handling postures)
Technical measures e.g. ergonomic equipment
Purpose of the material
General information
Awareness raising
Risk assessment
Target audience
All (no specific target audience)
Year
2020