This articles presents the several risk factors that make manual handling of loads hazardous and increase the risk of injury.
Risk factors for musculoskeletal disorders in manual handling of loads
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Risk factors for musculoskeletal disorders in manual handling of loads
Risk factors for musculoskeletal disorders in manual handling of loads
Description
This articles presents the several risk factors that make manual handling of loads hazardous and increase the risk of injury.
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Language of original language description
English
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Hazards
Manual handling of loads
Health effects
Back pain or injury
Upper limb disorders
Neck and shoulder 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
Training/guidance (for workers)
Purpose of the material
General information
Awareness raising
Risk assessment
Target audience
All (no specific target audience)
Year
2020