Safety training
GWO Basic Safety Training / V20 10032026
ELEMENT 2.1 - HOW TO AVOID COMMON MUSCULOSKELETAL INJURIES IN THE WIND INDUSTRY
Learning objectives:
16) The participants can explain common muscular and skeletal injuries related to manual handling in the wind industry (Knowledge, intermediate level)
17) The participants can explain examples of risks and hazards of manual handling relevant to the job functions within the wind industry (Knowledge, intermediate level)
18) The participants can explain the short- and long-term risks from exposure to; repetitive work, working with vibrating handheld tools, and working with heavy handheld tools (Knowledge, intermediate level)
The instructor shall:
Present examples of common muscular and skeletal injuries related to manual handling in the wind industry including:
a.
back injuries e.g. slipped disc
b.
muscle strains
Lead a brainstorm or discussion with the participants about examples of risks and hazards of manual handling relevant to the job functions within the wind industry and the principles of how to improve safety while executing such tasks, covering the following hazards and how they pose a risk of short- and long-term injuries, disorders, and occupational diseases:
a.
excessive reaching distance
b.
working over shoulder height
c.
working while kneeling
d.
lifting, push and pull
e.
carrying
f.
awkward postures
g.
forceful exertions
h. repetitive motions working with and without handheld tools
i.
twisting
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