Researchers link workplace violence and musculoskeletal disorders

A new study from the National Safety Council and University of Waterloo identifies workplace violence as a significant but preventable factor contributing to work-related musculoskeletal disorders on job sites. Construction professionals should recognize this connection and implement violence prevention measures as part of their overall worker safety strategy.

Waterloo, Ontario — Workplace violence may be a “significant but preventable contributor” to work-related musculoskeletal disorders, according to a recent study from the National Safety Council and the University of Waterloo. A position paper published by the university’s Centre of Research…

This story was originally published by Safety+Health Magazine.