3. Disorders and pathologies linked to physical work activities and their influencing factors
There are several types of pathologies linked to general physical activity at work. First and foremost is the risk of injury. Next come musculoskeletal disorders, fatigue and pain. The latter are often overlooked. Yet fatigue and pain are early signs of musculoskeletal overload, and therefore indicators of risk that should not be overlooked.
3.1 Risks associated with physical activity
In 2003, statistics from the Caisse Nationale de l'Assurance Maladie des Travailleurs Salariés...
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Standards and norms
ISO/DIS Draft International Standard ISO/DIS 8996 – Ergonomics – Determination of metabolic heat production. Geneva, 2002.
AFNOR (Association Française de Normalisation)
X 35-002 Anthropometric models of the male and female population (July 1982). This standard gives the dimensions of the various body segments for both sexes and for 3 classes of individuals: tall, medium...
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General principles of prevention (L. 4121-1 to L. 4121-5; R. 4121-1 to R. 4121-4)
Article L. 4121-1
"The employer takes the necessary measures to ensure the safety and protect the physical and mental health of workers.
These measures include :
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