This is just one in a series of online, interactive tools designed to help you build
an action plan that addresses the hazard and risks in your workplace.
Learn more about or view all OSH Essentials™
The term "Manual Materials Handling" (MMH) refers to work which requires moving or handling things by lifting, lowering, pushing, pulling, carrying, holding, or restraining. MMH is the most common cause of occupational fatigue and pain. About three of every four Canadians whose job includes MMH suffer pain due to injury at some time. Such injuries account for about one-third of all lost work and more than one third of all compensation costs.
This online resource will help you:
- Recognize and determine the hazards associated with manual materials handling
- Assess the risks of manual materials handling
- Become familiar with and identify the applicable legislation by key sections of jurisdictions
- Review and select from various suggestions on how to control the recognized hazards and risks
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of your selected controls
- Directly access key resources for further information and guidance
Core Tool ($15) - access to the core information, checklists and action plan.
Core Plus One Jurisdiction ($20) - access to the core information, checklists and action plan, as well as key sections of relevant federal legislation plus one jurisdiction.
Core Plus ALL Jurisdictions ($25) - the fullest package including access to the core information, checklists and action plan as well as key sections of relevant federal legislation plus all jurisdictions.
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Note: OSH Essentials is an online tool that you can use, save data to, and print pages from. It is not available as a print product.
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Courses:
Accident Investigation
Manual Materials Handling
MusculoSkeletal Disorders: Prevention
MusculoSkeletal Disorders: Awareness
Hazard Identification, Assessment and Control
Legislation Services:
Canadian enviroOSH Legislation plus Standards
Publications:
Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSD) Prevention Manual
Warehouse Workers Safety Guide
Posters:
Pick Up Tips on How to Lift Safely
Tension Relief: It’s a Stretch