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This report provides a detailed examination of the causes, impacts and prevention of work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs). 

It outlines current knowledge of WMSD hazards and risk factors, statistics on incidence and impact, and a review of WMSD interventions in Australia and internationally. 

The report was prepared by researchers from La Trobe University. 

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Statistics
Ergonomics
Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSD)

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