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

Type of item
Case study
Country
Irlanda
Languages

English

Provider
Provider (English)
EU-OSHA
Provider (Original)
EU-OSHA

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
Indústrias transformadoras
Hazards
Posturas incómodas
Health effects
Dor ou lesão lombar
Lesões dos membros superiores
Lesões dos membros inferiores
Worker groups covered (vulnerable groups etc.)
Todos (sem um grupo específico)
Prevention measures
Participação dos trabalhadores
Medidas técnicas, por exemplo equipamento ergonómico
Purpose of the material
Informações gerais
Sensibilização
Avaliação de riscos
Target audience
Todos (sem um público-alvo específico)
Year
2022