Individual Risk Factors
Individual risk factors include poor work practices, a poor health profile and no recognition of early signs and symptoms of MSDs.
Individual controls ensure your workplace athletes are prepared and capable of performing their best work. Controls for individual risk factors are best implemented through an on-site athletic trainer (preventative health care professional).
An on-site athletic trainer helps your workplace athletes:
- Properly warm-up and prepare their bodies for work.
- Use proper work practices and body mechanics
- Be educated on and encouraged to practice good health habits (Fitness, Nutrition, Hydration and Work Recovery)
- Be able to recognize and report early signs and symptoms of MSDs so the athletic trainer can work with them to reverse early signs and prevent an injury.
