TUC Musculoskeletal Disorders

Summary: 

The course should help trade union health and safety representatives to:
* identify the causes and symptoms of MSDs including WRULDs
* understand the main legal requirements and policies in relation to MSDs including WRULDs
* make proposals for prevention and control of MSDs including WRULDs in the workplace

Course Length: 
2 days
Course Schedule: 
9.30am-4.30pm
Entry Requirements: 

Elected trade union rep.

Assessment: 

Portfolio

Full Description: 

Course outline* Introduction * Causes and symptoms of MSDs * The law and MSDs * Risk assessments for MSDs using HSE tools either:- WRULDs or- Manual Handling or- VDU workstations * Thinking about ways that members are currently informed about MSDs * Practising ergonomic workplace solutions * Preparing Information for members on MSDs * Policies for MSDs * Trade union strategy, action planning and steps that need to be taken * Learning opportunities * Course evaluation * Accreditation * Report back to members, unions & employer * Action in the workplace * Further training

Please contact the Advice Shop for details of costs and start dates.

Please note that although the information given is believed to be correct at the time of publication, course information, costs and attendance details may change.

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