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09/12/2021
Recognising diversity among workers: Migrants and MSDs |
Given the characteristics of the jobs that they often undertake, migrants are more exposed to work-related safety and health risks, including the development or aggravation of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), than many other workers. With International Migrants Day taking place on 18 December, it is the perfect time to further explore how migrants are exposed to the risk of MSDs, and how these risks can be... |
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In the spotlight |
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A highly successful European Week for Safety and Health at Work saw both national and pan-European events take place both online and in cities across Europe from 25 to 29 October. The week was particularly notable for the number of campaign partners who joined forces to hold events dedicated to raising awareness and sharing good practices related to the prevention of work-related musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). |
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25/11/2021
Why are women more exposed to MSDs? What can we do to protect them? |
Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) can affect all workers, but women are among those who are particularly exposed to a number of work-related physical, psychosocial and organisational factors associated with the risk of developing MSDs. However, much can be done to improve working conditions for women by considering gender in occupational safety and health (OSH) policies and prevention strategies. |
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28/10/2021
Neck, shoulders, arms and legs: Our top tips for stretching while sitting |
Sitting for any length of time during the day can be considered a risk factor for the development or aggravation of a musculoskeletal disorder (MSD). Workers should be able to follow best practice advice by introducing lots of movement into their routine on a regular basis and avoiding prolonged sitting. However even while seated, there are still numerous ways to stretch and exercise. |
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03/12/2021
SLIC prepares for new campaign on preventing work-related MSDs |
In the context of the ongoing Healthy Workplaces Campaign `Lighten the Load’ , an inspection campaign aiming to prevent work-related musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) is ready to launch. Recently, a preparatory meeting took place between the Senior Labour Inspectors’ Committee (SLIC) and EU-OSHA to combine enforcement activities with preventive, awareness-raising, informative and educational initiatives. |
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