Lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying heavy objects remains a fundamental job task in just about all industries and work settings. Performing these tasks – typically referred to as “manual materials handling” – puts workers at risk of musculoskeletal disorders (aka, “MSDs”), or serious and painful injuries to the back, limbs, joints and muscles. This Workplan outlines four steps you can implement over a 30-day period to prevent MSDs along with the insurance, citations, productivity, and other liabilities that can result.
Step One: Hazard Assessment (Day 1-5)
The first step in controlling MSD hazards is to conduct a hazard assessment. While workers may get MSDs from […]This content is for CoAction Insurance policy holders.
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