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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.
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Overhead Work Infographic

A known MSD risk strongly related to the development of shoulder and neck injuries and pain. Image

Sorting of Recyclables

Concern DetailsBackground:Multiple stations in the recycling facility have workers visually inspect recyclable material that is traveling down an automated conveyer. The workers are required to…

Back Injury Prevention (CCOHS)

Hyperlink; Hazard Control–An overview of how to limit back injuries at work related to lifting, carrying, lowering or moving objects. It includes information on changing the job, changing the…

Manual Material Handling Hazard Awareness & Controls (WSPS)

Hyperlink; Hazard Control–A summary of hazards and control measures for manual materials handling.

Ergonomics and Occupational Cleaners (OHCOW)

Developed by: Occupational Health Clinics for Ontario Workers (OHCOW) Description: A webinar to review MSD hazards in occupational cleaning/cleaner tasks and common controls. This webinar was hosted…

Janitorial Cleaning Cart (WSPS)

Hyperlink; Hazard Control–An information sheet for janitorial and cleaning workers with tips about handling and using wheeled cleaning carts.

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