What's New
We are working to continuously develop the Musculoskeletal Disorder (MSD) Prevention Guideline. Watch for new content, including more resources and case studies. We depend on companies and practitioners to share case studies of MSD prevention interventions. Please contact us if you have a case study that would be helpful to share with others to prevent MSD!
Highlights
See our most recent resources below.
What is a Musculoskeletal Disorder Video
Musculoskeletal Disorders, otherwise known as MSD, affect many body regions and are one of the most frequent and costly workplace injuries in Ontario. Learn more in this video about common symptoms, MSD hazards, and how to prevent future injuries.
Ontario Ergonomics Cost-Benefit Calculator
Need a resource to help estimate the return on investment (ROI) of proposed solutions to improve ergonomics and prevent MSD in the workplace? Try our new Ontario-based ergonomics calculator.
Introduction to the Quick Start Guideline Video
Animated video demonstrating examples of what the Quick Start Guidelines are and how they can be used to eliminate or control musculoskeletal disorder (MSD) hazards in all workplaces.
Poster on the psychosocial factors in the workplace and their influence on musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) and mental health. Workplace psychosocial factors are cultural, social and psychological factors determined at or by the workplace that impact employees’ responses to work and their work environment, which can result in negative mental health outcomes and increase the risk of MSD.
Learn more about workplace psychosocial factors from the Mental Health Commission of Canada - view the posters and videos.
Psychological health and safety in the workplace standard (CSA Z1003-13) can be purchased through the CSA Group website.
Ergonomics as a Key Component in Business
Balancing Business Performance and Worker Wellbeing
October 2, 2023 | 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM EDT in Burlington, ON
Hosted by Public Services Health and Safety Association (PSHSA) and CRE-MSD to help Health and Community Care workplaces learn about how to integrate MSD prevention into their health and safety programs.
Participants will:
- Review key components of an MSD prevention program to help support compliance and injury prevention.
- Learn about resources available and within the MSD Prevention Guideline for Ontario to help enhance workplace awareness of MSD hazards.
- Be provided with resources, checklists and tools to help identify MSD hazards, and develop controls for MSD hazards to improve comfort and productivity at work.
CRE-MSD and Public Services Health and Safety Association (PSHSA) are supporting the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD) campaign on MSD Prevention in Health and Community Care, which runs until March 31, 2024.
Healthcare Work Shouldn't Hurt! Occupations within the healthcare sector continue to experience high rates of musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) and lost time claims in Ontario.
Need help? Find more information on MSD prevention and resources for Healthcare:
- MSD Prevention Resources for Healthcare (CRE-MSD)
- Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSD) & Ergonomics (PSHSA)
- Watch the CRE-MSD Events Page for upcoming campaign activities