What's New
We are working to continuously develop the Musculoskeletal Disorder (MSD) Prevention Guideline. Watch for new content, including more resources and case studies. We depend on companies and practitioners to share case studies of MSD prevention interventions. Please contact us if you have a case study that would be helpful to share with others to prevent MSD!
Highlights
See our most recent resources below.
Introduction to the MSD Prevention Guideline for Ontario Website Video
An overview of the sections and content of the MSD Prevention Guideline for Ontario.
What is a Musculoskeletal Disorder Video
Musculoskeletal Disorders, otherwise known as MSD, affect many body regions and are one of the most frequent and costly workplace injuries in Ontario. Learn more in this video about common symptoms, MSD hazards, and how to prevent future injuries.
Ontario Ergonomics Cost-Benefit Calculator
Need a resource to help estimate the return on investment (ROI) of proposed solutions to improve ergonomics and prevent MSD in the workplace? Try our new Ontario-based ergonomics calculator.
CRE-MSD Survey
CRE-MSD survey released on Working from Home during COVID-19 and Transitioning Back to the Office.
Find out more and complete the survey for a chance to win 1 of 4 $200 VISA gift cards!
OHCOW is hosting a Weekly Webinar Series in February for Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) Day.
Session dates and topics include:
• Week 1: February 10, 2022 – Musculoskeletal Disorders
• Week 2: February 17, 2022 – Integrating Components for a Return-to-Work (RTW) Program
• Week 3: February 24, 2022 – Ergonomics for Specific Occupations
• Week 4: February 28, 2022 – Ergonomic Prevention Tools
International RSI Awareness Day is February 28, 2022. Learn more by visiting the following pages:
- International Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) Awareness Day (CCOHS)
New resources
Overhead work infographic (PDF)
Overhead work animation (VIDEO)
Overhead work is a known musculoskeletal disorder (MSD) risk, strongly related to the development of shoulder injuries. Find out how to reduce risks with these new resources in the Resource Library, under the Hazard Control category/filter.
New resource
A new Sit-Stand Workstations Poster has been added to the Quick Start Guideline: Office. It's also available in the Resource Library.