Musculoskeletal Injuries Prevention Program (MIPP)
Program Overview
In this 6-hour training program you’ll learn about the causes and prevention of common musculoskeletal injuries, including repetitive strain injuries.
Program Details
| Materials specific to different sectors of industry are available to meet the needs of the entire workforce. |
- Training material is available through the Workers Health and Safety Centre.
- The program is divided into two parts: Problems and Solutions.
Part 1– Problems: In this section you’ll learn about:
- common musculoskeletal injuries and their causes, and
- symptoms and treatment
Part 2 – Solutions: In this section you’ll learn about:
- the role of workplace design and redesign in prevention and control
- applying ergonomic design principles, and
- strategies for change
For more information, call 1-800-663-6639 or 416-344-1016 or e-mail: prevention@wsib.on.ca. |
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