Manual handling – the risks

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Incorrect manual handling is one of the most common causes of injury in the workplace, causing work-related musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), which account for over a third of all workplace injuries.

MSDs can be caused by a number of activities, including:

Lifting or moving heavy objects
Keeping awkward postures for long periods of time
Manual handling
Existing injuries

As someone living with arthritis, it’s doubly important to be aware of the risks of manual handling, and the proper procedures that can help you avoid injury.

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