Overhead work


Problem:

Workers who weld, plasma cut, air-arc and flame cut metal may face hazards from overhead work.


Risk Description:

Applying coats of plaster or stucco can lead to shoulder tendonitis and non-specific shoulder pain.  Tendonitis occurs when the tendon becomes inflamed.  Tension neck syndrome (myofascial pain syndrome) is characterized by pain in the shoulder-neck region along with tenderness over the shoulder-neck muscles.  It is one of the most common work-related MSDs of the neck and shoulder. 


Assessment Info:

To assess exposure to overhead work determine how many hours per day the worker spends with their shoulders elevated >60°.

Select Solution:

Engineering control

Work practice

Administrative control