There are ways to unload certain weights

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There are ways to unload certain weights

Les moyens de se décharger de certains poids existent

Type of item
Case study
Country
France
Languages

French

Provider
Provider (English)
INRS
Provider (Original)
INRS

Description

This case study presents the Girardeau company, based in Beaurepaire in Vendée, specialized in masonry and structural work. Faced with the reality of a physical job which puts the backs of workers to the test, management has implemented a prevention approach which aims in particular to limit the carrying of loads. Limiting manual handling of loads involves for example supplying companions with raw materials as close as possible to their workstations.

L’entreprise Girardeau, basée à Beaurepaire en Vendée, est spécialisée dans la maçonnerie et le gros œuvre. Face à la réalité d’un métier physique qui met le dos des professionnels à rude épreuve, la direction a mis en place une démarche de prévention qui vise notamment à limiter le port de charges. La limitation des ports de charges passe notamment par l’alimentation des compagnons en matière première au plus près de leur poste.

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Language of original language description

French

Other data

Hazards
Forceful movements
Manual handling of loads
Health effects
Back pain or injury
Upper limb disorders
Worker groups covered (vulnerable groups etc.)
All (no specific group)
Prevention measures
Worker participation
Technical measures e.g. ergonomic equipment
Purpose of the material
Awareness raising
Target audience
All (no specific target audience)
Year
2019