Handle loads with care, says insurer
February 1st 2009 As part of its latest Simply Safety
campaign, Norwich Union, soon to
be Aviva, is urging employers to be
aware of the hazards associated
with manual handling.
Statistics for 2007/2008 indicate
that two fifths of minor injuries
resulting in three or more days of
absence were caused by handling,
lifting or carrying.
According to Phil Grace, liability
risk manager for Norwich Union,
injuries caused by manual handling
can occur in any place of work.
Manual handling is one of the
most commonly reported hazards
by employees with injuries resulting
in musculoskeletal disorders such
as back pain, joint injuries and
repetitive strain.
A free downloadable guide on
the subject is available at
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