Yes, I would totally agree with this, Wendy.
As they will be involved in the health assessment of those who have DSE work
related health issue such as musculoskeletal conditions OHNs should have the
understanding of DSE workstation ergonomics. That does not mean to say that
they should do the assessments themselves.
Anne
Anne Harriss
Professor Occupational Health
LONDON SOUTH BANK UNIVERSITY
On 18/08/2017 09:26, "Wendy Jones" <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
> Hi
>
> I agree with other posters that these functions should lie within H&S for
> administrative and practical purposes. But I would suggest that OH advisers
> stay in the loop for the DSE processes and ensure they develop their skills in
> DSE assessment, and workstation ergonomics.
>
> Musculoskeletal problems arising from poor postures or working habits are best
> addressed by a combination of redesigning the workplace, changing work
> patterns and addressing all the psychosocial factors, work stress, issues
> around general fitness etc . I think OH professionals can sometimes get better
> results here than DSE assessors or H&S professionals, who don't have as much
> background in understanding the anatomy, physiology and psychology of health
> conditions.
>
> Regards
> Wendy
>
> Wendy Jones
> Researcher in occupational safety and health
> School of Architecture, Building and Civil Engineering, Loughborough
> University
> Tel 01509 226196 [log in to unmask]
>
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