Ergonomics

An illustrated handbook from WorkSafeBC that explains how the back works, provides tips for avoiding injury, and shows how to care for the back during recovery. The booklet also covers situations that can cause excessive loads and describes ways to reduce the risk of injury. Download here.

Download this small (shirt-pocket sized) booklet filled with illustrated descriptions of simple stretching exercises to reduce the risk of musculo-skeletal injury. The booklet is addressed primarily to workers, and may also be used by employers as part of an overall Musculo-Skeletal Injury Prevention Program.

Download this educational guide for workers on sprains, strains and other MSIs.