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3. Reduce Risk of MSDs
Reducing MSD risks means looking at the big picture,
organizing storage, enforcing safe work habits, and
using reporting systems to make safety better every day.
Reducing MSD risks requires closing physical and
procedural gaps. Inadequate storage can force
awkward lifting, while the lack of MSD-specific safe
work practices (SWPs) and physically demanding
tasks increases strain. Without a reporting system,
organizations miss critical data for spotting trends
and targeting interventions. A comprehensive strategy
should improve storage, apply MSD-focused SWPs,
redesign tasks to reduce strain, and strengthen
reporting to support continuous improvement.
Consulting
Ergonomics Program Development
Ergonomic Program Audit
Safe Work Practice Development
Hazard Reporting; Incident Investigation and
Analysis – Building Blocks
Training
Safe Lifting and Manual Material Handling (1/2 day)
Ladder Safety Training (eCourse)
Inspecting & Maintaining Steel Storage Racks (1 day)
Information Resources
Ergonomics and Manual Material Handling Checklist
Manual Material Handling on Ladders: Risk
Identification Checklist
Ergo Insights: Safe Manual Material Handling
Ladder Safety Guide
Mobile Ladder Stands or Mobile Ladder Platforms
Checklist
Workplace Layout and Design Guide
Working with Tires and Rim Assemblies
Small Biz Safety Bytes | Hazard Recognition (Video)
Lighting Risk Identification Checklist
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