5 steps to reduce MSD risks among returning employees
After months of pandemic inactivity, employees who are heading back to work may be much more vulnerable to musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs)
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Ergonomics & MSDs
Explore ergonomics and MSD resources that will help you protect the safety of your workers and business from incidents.
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WSPS Safety Connection | Ergonomic Considerations in Warehousing and Distribution
Listen in as we review key areas within Warehousing/Distribution that pose MSD/ergonomic hazards to workers and provide general guidance for workplaces to consider.
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Quick Safety Tips: What is manual material handling, and legislation Ontario employers need to know?
Manual material handling (MMH) is a daily task in many workplaces. But these tasks can put workers at risk. Watch this video to find out what employers should do.
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Quick Safety Tips: How can workers move materials safely using the squat lift?
Watch this step-by-step video to learn how to perform a squat lift to move objects at work safely.
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Quick Safety Tips: What should workers know about manual material handling techniques?
When pushing, pulling and carrying objects at work, there are techniques workers can use to reduce the risk of injury. Watch this video to find out how you can stay safe on the job.
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Quick Safety Tips: How can workers identify lifting hazards?
Manual material handling (MMH) includes the manual lifting, lowering, pulling, pushing or carrying of objects. But these movements can lead to worker injuries. Watch this video to find out.
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Quick Safety Tips: Prevent workplace injuries and overexertion caused by manual material handling.
Did you know Ontario employers are responsible to take every precaution reasonable to protect workers? But how can employers identify hazards, including ones from manual material handling?
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Quick Safety Tips: What should workers know about safe lifting?
If you lift objects at work throughout the day, you may find yourself experiencing aches and pains. Watch this video for ten tips on safe lifting to stay healthy at work.
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Quick Safety Tips: What should workers know about lifting awkward, heavy, or unusual objects safely?
Do you need to move awkward or unusual items at work? Watch this video for quick tips on how you can move these items safely.
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Quick Safety Tips: How can workers move materials safely using the golfer’s lift?
The golfer's lift can be used to pick up a small or light object. Watch this step-by-step video to learn how to perform a golfer's lift to move objects at work safely.
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Quick Safety Tips: How can workers move materials safely using the lunge lift?
The lunge lift is a great technique for lifting uneven and heavy loads like sacks and bags. Watch this step-by-step video to learn how to perform a lunge lift to move objects safely.
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How can workers move materials safely using the deadlift?
Watch this step-by-step video to learn how to perform a deadlift to move objects. Find out if this advanced lift is appropriate for you to use on the job.
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6 tips for preventing MSDs in the post-pandemic office
October is Global Ergonomics Month and as workplaces prepare to assume a more permanent office model, now is the ideal moment to consider possible ergonomic implications.
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6 tips for preventing MSDs in the post-pandemic office (for Federal employers)
As workplaces prepare to assume a more permanent office model (full-time office, full-time home office, or a hybrid of the two), now is the ideal time to consider possible ergonomic implications.
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Relieving the pains of greenhouse work
Greenhouse workers are susceptible to developing musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). Learn how to prevent employee MSDs through workplace education, risk assessments, inspections and more.
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Greenhouse work shouldn't hurt
Greenhouse work can be physically demanding. Lifting trays, pushing heavy carts, gripping tools, bending and reaching can all cause discomfort - and lead to musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs).
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Year-long inspection blitz seeks out MSD hazards in warehouses
An ergonomics compliance initiative gets underway May 1 in warehouses, distribution centres and other manual material handling environments. Here are six things inspectors may look for.
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Case Study - Visibility Hazards - Shipping / Receiving Yards
Ergonomic case study examining shipping/ receiving yards focusing on line-of-sight, visibility, trucks and pedestrian safety.
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The Ergonomics of Apple Picking
Apple picking is not immune as exposure to the three primary MSD hazards are prevalent.
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As your business model evolves, keep pace with ergonomic best practices
Whether it's a full return to the office, permanently teleworking or a hybrid, build injury prevention into the process with these best practices.
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