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Positioning the Body to Reduce MSD Injury Risk: Focus on the Low Back

The low back is the most commonly injured body part due to workplace hazards in Canada.

Strategies for Awkward Postures

Provide height adjustability in a standing workstation. Establish a suitable working height depending on the type of work being done (i.e. precision, light or heavy work).

Standing Workstation Height for Manual Tasks

Workstation height for manual tasks is based on the type of task: Precision Tasks Delicate hand tasks typically requiring high visual demands:Examples: writing, small parts assembly, inspection…

Strategies for Pushing and Pulling

Provide carts that have vertical or height-adjustable handles to enable different-sized workers to position their hands between waist and shoulder height. Use larger wheels on carts and bins as this…

Conveyors (CCOHS)

Hyperlink; Hazard Control–An overview of how to effectively use conveyor belts at work in a way that can protect workers from injuries.

Bed Making and Cleaning in Healthcare

Hyperlink; Hazard Control–Contains information to control risks for healthcare workers who make and clean around beds.

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