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Module Intro		Occupational Overuse Syndrome Occupational Overuse Syndrome is also known as repetition strain injury (RSI). RSI is a collective term for a range of conditions that can be described as: Persistent pain in muscles, tendons and other soft tissues in the back, neck, shoulder, elbows, wrists, hands or fingers. Occupational Overuse Syndrome may affect workers in any occupation, particularly those doing tasks which involve: Repetitive or forceful movement of both arms; Maintenance of constrained or awkward postures. There are a range of occupations which are particularly at risk and there are a range of solutions to the hazards identified. To learn more about Occupational Overuse Syndrome – the Hazards and solutions, go to the Worksafe site section on Occupational Overuse Syndrome, hazards and solutions. Now go and complete activity 1.7.
Ensure own safety and that of others in the workplace Understanding the legislation The role of Worksafe Australia OH&S committees Hazard identification and risk control in the environment Occupational Overuse Syndrome Contribute to participative arrangements for the management of OH&S First Aid Register of injuries/treatment
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