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PREVENTING MSD RISK IN THE WORKPLACE
What is a musculoskeletal disorder?
Musculoskeletal disorders or MSD's, are injuries or disorders of the muscles, nerves and tendons, joints and discs, that create pain. Work related MSD's (WRMSD) are conditions that effect our ability to work effectively and where work has contributed to the condition.
Why do you need an MSD risk analysis?
At Inspired Ergonomics, we specialise in WRMSD's, providing a 360 degree approach to reducing and preventing pain when working.
In recent times, with the huge increase in home working, we have found that unsuitable set ups, lack of movement and poor ergonomic support has led to a huge increase in:
- Shoulder and neck pain
- Headaches
- Visual Strain
- Lower back pain
- RSI
Yet simple but highly effective strategies can greatly reduce the risk of these occurring, or reduce the pain of those who are already experiencing these issues.
We are here to work with you to understand the current areas of risk in your workplace and create a strategy to reduce this.
An MSD risk analysis is an umbrella term for ergonomic consultation services, where we help you to:
- Meet and exceed the HSE DSE ACT to protect your workers from MSD's
- Enhancing productivity and wellbeing levels
- Reduce sick leave
Contact us today to find out how we can help you create a happier and healthier workforce.
Our services
Using uniquely experienced and qualified ergonomists, we provide the following range of services:
- Online ergonomic assessment tool: Quickly assess the level of risk in your workplace and provide basic DSE training to your workforce
- One to one expert ergonomic assessments: Provide bespoke support for those who are struggling with their comfort levels.
- Wellbeing workshops: Choose from a wide variety of wellbeing workshops to support your employees, from ergonomic hacks to nutrition and mental health support
- Training: DSE assessor training for your in house team and managers, from basic to expert level
- Micro workshops: Aimed at targeting specific pain areas
- Bespoke ergonomic program: Tailored around your own requirements, from a review of your current ergonomic processes to a one hour targeted support session.
Arrange for a free exploratory call, contact info@inspiredergonomics.com.
Why are assessments so important?
Back pain is multi-causal in its nature, with posture, stress, nutrition and exercise all having an impact on the person’s overall well-being and therefore level of risk of back pain. We check you are doing everything you can to maximise your recovery and educate you as to why that slouch puts pressure on your spine. Knowing the subtle physical and psychological causes that increase your chances of slouching is essential.
So we not only provide ergonomic expertise but will also signpost on to other recommended steps to a speedy recovery. It is our passion to get you better and we are constantly updating our knowledge to stop the cycle of pain for good.
It is far more cost-effective to be proactive than reactive, so we help you to do both, addressing any on-going issues and then helping you to put measures in place to reduce these in the future. It is essential to stop that niggle early in order to prevent it becoming a full-blown pain issue resulting in days, weeks or even months off work.
Contact us for more information and tailored quotes, according to your requirements.
Our assessments include:
- Clinical Workstation Assessments – for long term chronic conditions or recovery from injury
- Standard Workstation Assessments – to prevent and reduce general postural pain
- Pregnancy Workstation Assessments
- Home Worker Workstation Assessments
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For initial discussions on how our solutions can help your business, please do get in touch!
We can demonstrate that healthier, happier and nurtured employees perform better, are more dedicated, loyal and become evangelists for your brand. With our focus on desk space and comfort, we free your employees’ minds from any pain distractions that keep them working to their full potential, easing the distress and discomfort that back pain can cause.
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