Musculoskeletal Injury Prevention Programs consist of 3 elements:
1. A Foundation of management support, measurable goals, and internal training.
2. A process for MSD hazard identification and control. Do it before injury occurs. React quickly to reports of signs & symptoms .
3. A plan to prevent new MSD hazards from being introduced into the workplace. Plan for ergonomics!
A quick walkthrough of your workplace can identify MSD hazards. Using an ergonomics inspection checklist, this can help highlight issues that need your attention.
For known problems, assess the risk to determine the root cause(s). This will direct efforts towards the kinds of intervention needed to prevent injury.
Research and source solutions, then use a participatory approach to trying out, implementing, and measuring success in preventing injury.
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