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Audiometric testing : OHS information for employers and workers

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This bulletin is intended to assist employers meet the requirements of the audiometric testing component of a noise management program as required in Part 16 of the Occupational Health and Safety... More ≫

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This bulletin is intended to assist employers meet the requirements of the audiometric testing component of a noise management program as required in Part 16 of the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Code.

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Lifting and your back — some fresh ideas : OHS information for workers

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This bulletin includes a review of the causes of back injury and four principles to follow when lifting items.

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How much can I lift? : OHS information for workers and employers

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Variables such as age, health, strength and the size and shape of the object mean it’s not possible to give an exact weight. A better guide is for employers to do mandatory hazard assessments and... More ≫

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Variables such as age, health, strength and the size and shape of the object mean it’s not possible to give an exact weight. A better guide is for employers to do mandatory hazard assessments and remove or reduce risk of injury when manual lifting is needed.

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There’s only one right way to lift, right? : OHS information for workers and employers

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This fact sheet presents the right "correct" techniques for lifting objects and the characteristics of proper lifting.

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Seven myths about back pain : OHS information for workers

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The causes of back pain can be complex and difficult to diagnose. Surgery to relieve back pain should only be used as the last resort. This fact sheet presents seven common myths about back pain.

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