Workers at manufacturing plants are often required to lift, carry and drag heavy loads. This involves repeatedly using the same body parts and puts workers at risk of MSDs. This case study looks at an intervention to improve equipment and working conditions at a large PVC manufacturing plant in...

The Afica foundry specialises in copper-based alloys. In Isles-sur-Suippe, in the Marne region, the family-owned SME has automated the most demanding tasks to make the work of its employees easier. Automation has made it possible to drastically reduce manual handling and repetitive movements, thus...

Faced with cases of incapacity and restrictions linked to musculoskeletal disorders, Plastivaloire launched a health and performance initiative six years ago with the help of Carsat Rhône-Alpes. The results are beginning to show in terms of claims and well-being at work.

Sew-Usocome, a company specialising in electrical drive systems, has set up its third French factory in Brumath, Alsace. The design of this assembly unit has integrated principles of prevention against work accidents and musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) by limiting handling to the minimum.

Faced with a dazzling rise in production, the company HSE, a local producer of Martinique agricultural rum, had to rethink its packaging line to meet demand. The company has installed various pieces of equipment that have made it possible to automate certain tasks and have reduced staff exposure to...