Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs) are one of the most common types of injuries, affecting the muscles, tendons, ligaments and nerves. To avoid injury, it's important that control measures are implemented to reduce the risks to workers. By being proactive about early warning signs and ensuring that potential hazards are followed up on without delay, we can minimize the impact of these injuries and reduce their frequency and severity.

PSHSA offers several courses aimed at reducing Musculoskeletal Disorders. For upcoming dates, visit the Musculoskeletal Disorders Section of our e-Store.

To request a session, contact your regional consultant or, send an email to info@pshsa.ca.

Ergonomic Awareness for the Computer Worker - half day (Health)

Designed to assist participants in recognizing and controlling the risks associated with the extended us of computers. The ideal setup of a computer workstation will be reviewed, including the positioning of the monitor, keyboard, and mouse, and adjusting the chair.

Musculoskeletal Disorders Prevention

The presentation/workshop is geared to managers, supervisors, health & safety staff, JHSC members, and workers who would like to learn how to identify, assess and apply practical control solutions to potential musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) hazards using the tools provided in the newly-released Occupational Health and Safety Council of Ontario (OSHCO) "MSD Prevention Guideline for Ontario, Resource Manual, and Prevention Toolbox".

A Participatory Approach to Musculoskeletal Disorders Prevention (Health) 1 day

Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSD) results from excessive strain on the body and are the number one workplace injury in the province of Ontario, costing billions of dollars. With knowledge and a participatory approach, your organization can prevent these injuries from occurring. Attend this full day workshop to: Learn about the major risks that lead to MSD and common control strategies; Understand the value of the participatory approach, where workers are involved in the recognition, assess and control of risks; Learn the steps to developing a comprehensive MSD prevention program for your workplace; Become familiar with tools to help you develop your program

Client Handling Program Enhancement - half day

This workshop, focusing on enhancing an existing client handling program, is an interactive session that engages participants in discussion about their program challenges. This is an opportunity for organizations to get hands-on experience using the tools and resources from the Handle with Care Resource manual under the facilitator's direction.

Office Ergonomics

Sprains and strains are the largest cause of lost time injuries in Ontario. Upon completion of this ergonomics program, participants will be able to explain why it is important to apply ergonomic principles in their job, identify risk factors for repetitive strain injuries in their workplace, and describe solutions for these problems.

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