Prevention

Ergonomics & Exertion

Ergonomic and exertion injuries include musculoskeletal injuries, repetitive strain injuries, soft tissue injuries, sprains and strains. While they can happen from a one-time event, these can also be cumulative injuries that occur insidiously over time.  These injuries may happen from over-exertion of your body. They may happen from twisting, lifting, reaching, using a tool repetitively with force, working in an awkward position, or even from sitting.

Learn the signs of injury involving your back, or caused by hand-arm vibration syndrome (HAVS), repetitive strain injury (RSI), poor office ergonomics, or sprains and strains caused by improper lifting. Early diagnosis of this type of injury can prevent permanent damage.  

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May 31, 2012 - June 2, 2012

WorkSafeBC is proud to host the 

Canadian Association for Research on Work and Health's 2012 conference. A biennial event, CARWH 2012 will focus on innovation in occupational health and safety research, bringing together research experts and research users to expand and advance the dialogue on these topics.

 

October 24, 2012 - October 26, 2012

The Scientific and Organization Committee cordially invites you to attend and register for the Third International Conference on Violence in the Health Sector "Linking local initiatives with Global Learning".

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