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Work Related Upper Limb Disorder
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Work Related Upper Limb Disorder Muscles, tendons, ligaments, nerves and blood vessels of the following: fingers, hands, wrists, elbow, arm, shoulder and neck
Symptoms of WRULDS Pain, swelling, numbness, tingling, loss of movement, dexterity
Risk Factors of WRULDs Repetitive movements Lengthy duration Application of significant force Unnatural posture Use of vibrating tools Cold work environment Over use of one muscle group Cramped workspace Poor workstation layout
Control Measures for WRULDs Ergonomic input into design and purchasing, identification of high risk tasks, work flow process, reduce awkward postures, adjustable workstations and furnishings, worker rotation, reduce time exposure, alternate tooling and equipment, information
Manual Handling Lifting, lower, pulling, pushing and carrying of inanimate objects or live objects
Manual Handling Injuries Muscular strains / sprains Tendon strains Ligament sprain Fractures Cuts / scratches Cumulative back injury Trapped nerves Hernias Bruises
Manual handling assessment Load Individual Task Environment
Mechanical assistance for manual handling Hoists - 6monthly checks Pallet truck Stair trolley Drum handling trolley Hooks Handles Conveyors
Powered load handling equipment Hoists Conveyors Forklift trucks Cranes
Hazards and Risks Load Individual (Workers) Equipment Environment
Risk Control Measures for handling equipment SUMRIC
Lifting Plan Exclusion Zone Movement of the load Position Use of spotters Planned by competent people Avoid lifting above people Suitability of equipment Signage Weather conditions Surface
Types of Cranes Tower Crane Mobile Crane Gantry Crane
Forklift Trucks Battery Diesel Petrol LPG
Display Screen Equipment Computers Desks Chairs Mouse Keyboards
Health issues from DSE WRULDS Chronic back pain Headaches Stress Eye strain Facial Dermatitis Epilepsy Musculoskeletal Disorders Blood Clots
Control Measures for DSE Breaks Eye tests Risk assessment Training Set up
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