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Ergonomics & MSDs
Office Workstation Checklist

Office Workstation Checklist

Published Date December 9, 2020

Use this checklist to assess your workstation for potential problems.

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Job Aid - Janitorial Cleaning Cart

There are many hazards that can arise when using janitorial cleaning carts, learn more.
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MSD Hazards Checklist

A checklist to assess the ergonomic risks of each job task.

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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: 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.

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Quick Safety Tips: What should workers know about safe lifting?

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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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about 1 year ago
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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