Participatory approach to reducing risks associated with musculoskeletal disorders for maintenance technicians
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Participatory approach to reducing risks associated with musculoskeletal disorders for maintenance technicians
Participatory approach to reducing risks associated with musculoskeletal disorders for maintenance technicians
Description
This case study looks at a participatory intervention at an ophthalmic lens manufacturing site in Ireland to reduce MSD risks for maintenance technicians. An internal safety and health coordinator organised the intervention that involved both maintenance technicians and machine operators.
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Language of original language description
English
Other data
Sector / Indrustry covered
Verarbeitendes Gewerbe/Herstellung von Waren
Hazards
Ungünstige Körperhaltungen
Health effects
Rückenschmerzen oder -verletzungen
Erkrankungen der oberen Extremitäten
Erkrankungen der unteren Extremitäten
Worker groups covered (vulnerable groups etc.)
Alle (keine spezifische Gruppe)
Prevention measures
Arbeitnehmerbeteiligung
Technische Maßnahmen, z. B. ergonomische Ausrüstung
Purpose of the material
Allgemeine Informationen
Sensibilisierung
Gefährdungsbeurteilung
Target audience
Alle (keine spezifische Zielgruppe)
Year
2022