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Upper limb disorders in the work place

Title Upper limb disorders in the work place
Author HSE
Series Code HSG
Series Number 60
Publisher HSE Books
Date of Publication 2002
Length 122 pages
ISBN 0717619788
Price Exc. VAT £9.50
VAT Rate 0%
Product Type Hard Copy
Format Paper
Edition 2nd ed.
Notes health and safety guidance. HSG60(rev) (HSG 60(rev))(HSG60 rev)(HSG60(rev))(HSG60rev)Cover title: Upper limb disorders in the workplace. previously published with ISBN 0717604756 and ISBN 0118855654.
Abstract Upper limb disorder (ULDs) are a particular group of muskuloskeletal disorders which affect the arm and neck. This revised guidance is aimed at managers with responsibility for workers who may be at risk of developing limb disorders. It aims to help the reader understand the hazards and risks and how to control them. Areas covered include: ULDs - managing the problem; risk assessment and solutions; monitoring and reviewing; medical aspects of ULDs and legal requirements. Contents: Preface; Introduction; Upper limb disorders: Understand the issues and commit to action; Create the right organisational environment; Assess the risk of ULDs in your workplace; Reduce the risk of ULDs; Educate and inform your workforce; Manage any episodes of ULDs; Carry out regular checks on programme effectiveness; Appendices; references; Further information.
Keywords Guidance; Upper limb; ULD; Hand; Arm; Wrist; Shoulder; Posture; Ergonomics; Force levels; Training; Job rotation; Risk assessment.


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