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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 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.

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Introduction to the MSD Prevention Guideline for Ontario Website Video

An overview of the sections and content of the MSD Prevention Guideline for Ontario.

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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.

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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.

New Website Launch

The re-developed MSD Prevention Guideline for Ontario website has officially launched! If you have had a chance to take a look at the website and our available resources, please fill out our Website Feedback Survey. For general inquiries, fill out our Contact Us form.

CRE-MSD Webinar: Anti-fatigue mats and musculoskeletal disorders

Dr. Andrew Laing presented a webinar titled 'Anti-Fatigue Mats and Their Relationship to MSD Prevention' on March 27 that covered recent research about anti-fatigue mats, and provided take home messages and considerations for those interested in implementing anti-fatigue mats in their workplace.

View the video recording and event page for more details. 

New video: What is a musculoskeletal disorder?

Are you or your organization interested in learning about Musculoskeletal Disorders? 
 
Our new video is a great place to start. Play this video at organizational meetings, toolbox talks, or send it to someone you know to get the conversation started about MSD prevention in the workplace. 

CRE-MSD Webinar: Development of a Survey to Explore Workplace Risk Factors and Hazards Common to Both Musculoskeletal and Psychological Injury

This webinar was presented by Dr. Heather Johnston (O'Reilly). View the webinar recording and event page for more details.