Work-related musculoskeletal disorders in Australia

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Work-related musculoskeletal disorders in Australia

Work-related musculoskeletal disorders in Australia

Type of item
Guides & Tools
Country
Australia
Languages

English

Provider
Provider (English)
Worksafe Australia
Provider (Original)
Worksafe Australia

Description

This report provides a detailed examination of the causes, impacts and prevention of work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs). It outlines current knowledge of WMSD hazards and risk factors, statistics on incidence and impact, and a review of WMSD interventions in Australia and internationally.

This report provides a detailed examination of the causes, impacts and prevention of work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs). It outlines current knowledge of WMSD hazards and risk factors, statistics on incidence and impact, and a review of WMSD interventions in Australia and internationally.

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URL
https://www.safeworkaustralia.gov.au/system/files/documents/1912/work-related_m…
Language of original language description

English

Other data

Sector / Indrustry covered
Not sector specific
Health effects
MSDs unspecified
Worker groups covered (vulnerable groups etc.)
All (no specific group)
Prevention measures
Elimination of hazards
Simple tips and measures
Purpose of the material
General information
Guidance
Target audience
All (no specific target audience)
Priority area
Chronic conditions
Facts and figures
Prevention
Psychosocial risks
Year
2019