MUSCULSKELETAL DISORDERS IN THE WORKPLACE TRAINING

In Ontario and across Canada Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are a potential risk for all sectors and occupations. They can cause discomfort, fatigue, pain, injury, and illness to workers. In fact, work-related musculoskeletal injuries are the most frequent type of lost-time injury and are the largest source of lost-time injuries not only in Ontario but across Canada. This course is aimed at workers, including managers, supervisors (members of Leadership) and health and safety committee members.

This course discusses the common causes and characteristics of MSDs as well as pointers on how to prevent MSDs and resources to help the workplace reduce the risks ofMSDs for their workers.

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