Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs)

A predominant occupational health risk in the electricity industry is related to pain and disorders caused by the work a person does, whether this occurs in neck shoulders and arms (Upper Limbs), back, or hips knees and ankles and feet (Lower Limbs). The term Musculoskeletal Disorder (MSD) covers any injury, damage or disorder of the joints or other tissues in the upper/lower limbs or the back.

Reference Material

	HSE – Musculoskeletal Disorders – Information		OHAG MSDs Guidance
	OHAG – Upper Limb Disorder		IOSH – Musculoskeletal Disorders – General
	NPG – Manual Handling Policy		Information Sheet