WRULDs Disorders

Where continued repetitive movement or handling causes pain - called repetitive strain injury (RSI) or work related upper limb disorder (WRULD) - the rhythm or routine of the work should be changed or arrangements made for a rotation between different jobs. If condition persists seek medical advice. [Pg.220]

WRULD Work related upper limb disorders... [Pg.260]

Work-related upper limb disorders (WRULDs) -cover a wide range of musculoskeletal disorders which are discussed in detail in Chapter 17... [Pg.216]

In relation to work-related upper limb disorders (WRULDs) ... [Pg.330]

Risk assessments will identify circumstances where health surveillance will be appropriate. Legal requirements for such surveillance extend beyond exposure to substances hazardous to health. Generally, there will be a need if there is an identifiable disease or health condition related to the work, there is a valid technique for its identification, there is a likelihood that the disease or condition may occur as a result of the work, and the surveillance will protect further the health of employees. Examples where these conditions may apply are vibration white finger and forms of work-related upper limb disorders (WRULDs). [Pg.54]

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