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Resources - By Industry - Other
The following links list tools, publications, and other resources to help prevent the most common injuries and illnesses in the performing arts and film industry. These resources may not meet all the requirements for health and safety in British Columbia. Please check the Workers Compensation Act, the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation, and related materials for specific WorkSafeBC requirements.
Janitorial
A Clean Sweep BK102
A Clean Sweep was written for the school custodian, but the information can be easily applied to any situation where custodians and janitors work. It is a colourful, waterproof, three-fold brochure highlighting practical ergonomic tips and solutions to a variety of risky tasks faced by custodians' everyday. It covers topics such as cleaning walls, dusting, mopping, vacuuming, and emptying garbage. It provides information on ergonomic issues such as practical engineering controls, safe work practices, organizational and workplace awareness, and equipment maintenance.
Source: WorkSafeBC 
and British Columbia School Safety Association
* PDF (4 MB)
* Le grand ménage (French, PDF 1.4 MB)
* Available for purchase from the WorkSafeBC Store.
Bus Driving
Performing an Assessment on Bus Driver's Tasks
* PDF (25 KB)
A step by step musculoskeletal injury risk assessment and control tool that can be used for bus/transit and other related transport operations.
- Data Collection Sheet - Physical Bus Characteristics (PDF 25 KB)
- Data Collection Sheet - Tally and Durations (PDF 22 KB)
- Data Analysis Worksheet (example) (PDF 16 KB)
- Ergonomic Hazard Assessment Tool (PDF 90 KB)
Engineering Design Solutions: Future Considerations
A compilation of several resources on the future design considerations for bus drivers' cabs.
Source: A joint venture between Coast Mountain Bus Company and Optimal Performance Consultants
* PDF (139 KB)
Bus Drivers and Human Vibration
A study to measure and evaluate steering wheel hand arm vibration.
Source: WorkSafeBC
* PDF (441 KB)
Retail
Ergonomic Analysis of Checkstand Design for Safeway (B.C.) and
UFCW (1518)
Part 1 (PDF 843 KB) includes:
- List of Tables
- List of Figures
- Objective
- Background
- Review of Literature
- Methods
Part 2 (PDF 1.4 MB) includes:
- Results
Part 3 (PDF 999 KB) includes:
- Discussion
- Conclusions
- Recommendations
- References
Source: WorkSafeBC
Forestry
Preventing Tree Planting Injuries BK73
Provides information on ways to prevent MSI injuries by using good tree-planting techniques, maintaining physical fitness, and choosing an appropriate shovel.
Source: WorkSafeBC
* PDF (469 KB)
* La prévention des accidents chez les planteurs d'arbres (French, PDF 431 KB)
* Available for purchase from the WorkSafeBC Store.
MSI Prevention Bulletin #6 - Tree Planting
This bulletin provides information for tree planters regarding possible risk controls to eliminate or minimize musculoskeletal injury when planting trees. (2002)
Source: WorkSafeBC
* PDF (220 KB)
Arts & Entertainment
Dancers and MSI: Symptoms, contributing factors, and types of injuries
A SHAPE resource.
Source: SHAPE, Safety and Health in Arts Production and Entertainment
* PDF (87 KB)
Dancers and MSI: Prevention and treatment
A SHAPE resource.
Source: SHAPE, Safety and Health in Arts Production and Entertainment
* PDF (78 KB)
Preventing Musculoskeletal Injury (MSI) for Musicians and Dancers
This manual is a resource guide for performers, teachers, parents, and health professionals who want to learn more about common musculoskeletal injuries afflicting musicians and dancers, and how to prevent them.
Source: SHAPE, Safety and Health in Arts Production and Entertainment
* PDF (6 MB)
Tourism & Hospitality
Ergonomic Tips for the Hospitality Industry
A series of nine ergonomic pamphlets for the hospitality industry, with general information about tasks that contribute to musculoskeletal injuries (MSI) such as sprains and strains.
Source: WorkSafeBC
- Preventing Injuries to Bar Staff (PDF 230 KB)
- Preventing Injuries to Casino Card Dealers (PDF 588 KB). Also available for purchase.
- Preventing Injuries to Dishwashers (PDF 208 KB)
- Preventing Injuries to Front Desk Agents (PDF 219 KB)
- Preventing Injuries to Kitchen Staff (PDF 198 KB)
- Preventing Injuries to Room Attendants (PDF 204 KB)
- Preventing Injuries to Servers (PDF 178 KB)
- Preventing Injuries when Handling Luggage (PDF 192 KB)
- Preventing Injuries when Serving Banquets (PDF 197 KB)
MSI Prevention Bulletin #5 Floor mopping
This bulletin provides information for housekeepers, cleaners, and custodians regarding possible risk controls to eliminate or minimize musculoskeletal injury during floor mopping. (2002)
Source: WorkSafeBC
* PDF (195 KB)
MSI Prevention Bulletin #7 Floor-Cleaning Machines
This bulletin provides information for housekeepers, cleaners, and custodians regarding possible risk controls to eliminate or minimize musculoskeletal injury during the use of vacuums, polishers/burnishers, and floor scrubbers to clean floors. (2002)
Source: WorkSafeBC
* PDF (182 KB)
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