Employers must protect workers from the risks of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) being caused or made worse by work. MSDs include injuries and conditions that can affect the back, joints and limbs. Figures show that in 2021/22, 477,000workers in Great Britain suffered from a work-related MSD. Our MSD website has information and advice on a range of related topics including: manual handling at work working safely with display screen equipment HSE also offers training courses designed to equip employers and worker representatives with the knowledge to help recognise, assess and reduce MSD risks in their organisations. An upcoming course, Manual Handling for Assessors, is being held live online 26-27 June. It includes aNEBOSH HSE Certificate in Manual Handling Risk Assessment. |
A civil engineering contractor has been fined 800,000 for safety breaches, following an incident where a 10-year-old boy died after falling down a manhole on a building site. The boy was playing with his friends and was able to access the construction site. Whilst on site he was able to enter a manhole, in which he fell and died from his injuries. HSE's and Police Scotland's investigation found that insufficient measures had been taken to prevent children gaining access to the construction site. Read this press releasefor more details on the incident. View HSE's guidance on public protection in the construction industry. Other recent prosecution cases include: 60,000 fine for dairy farm after worker injured in 20 foot fall through roof Company sentenced for putting workers at risk of exposure to radiation The latest episode of the HSE podcast looks at how businesses can create an inclusive approach to workplace health. Last year HSE published new principles and guidance to support disabled workers and workers with long-term health conditions to remain in work. This is part ofHealth is Everyones Business (HiEB),the governments commitment to better support the lives of disabled people. In the latest episode of the HSE podcast, the simple principles and practical examples are discussed byMoya Woolley (Occupational Health Policy Team Leader at HSE) and Rebecca Hyrslova (Policy Advisor at Federation of Small Businesses). Listen to theDisability in the Workplace podcast | 