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Recommendations and Solutions
1. Increase Leadership Commitment
Provide information on the importance of
preventing MSDs caused by manual material
handling.
Explain risks of MSDs and provide examples
of injuries and MLITSD orders resulting from
improper manual material handling. Ensure
everyone in the workplace is aware of manual
material handling hazards and how they
contribute to MSDs. Lead by example.
Training Services
MSD Prevention Awareness (e-Course)
Information Resources
Ontario Ergonomics Intervention Cost-Benefit Calculator
Quick Safety Tips: What is manual material handling, and
legislation Ontario employers need to know?
Job Aid – Manual Material Handling
Safety Check: Manual Material Handling Safety
Material Handling Process Review and Action Plan
WSPS Food & Beverage Wholesale Distribution Resource Hub
WSPS Ergonomics & MSDs Resource Hub
WSPS Warehouse Ergonomics Resource Hub
2. Increase and Empower Training for all Employees
Establish a guide for manual material
handling and training in MSD prevention.
Ensure the training is both generic and
task specific. Include instruction on trainer
competency, verification of knowledge
transfer, supportive learning environment, and
follow-up (two-way communication).
Consulting Services
Building Blocks – MSD Prevention
Training Services
Safe Lifting and Manual Material Handling (1/2 day)
Safe Lifting and Manual Material Handling – Supervisor (1 hr)
Manual Material Handling (e-Course)
MSD Prevention Awareness (e-Course)
Information Resources
Manual Materials Handling
Manual handling in the food manufacturing industry: A guide
for employers
Participatory Training in Manual Handling Theoretical
Foundations and Proposed Approach
Ergonomics study for workers at food production industry
Why Doesn't Training Based on Safe Handling Techniques
Work?
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