| 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. |