02/27/2026
Ahead of Repetitive Strain Injury Awareness Day on February 28, UFCW 1006A is raising awareness about these type of injuries.
The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety reports that repetitive strain injuries impact tendons, muscles, nerves, and joints in the hands, elbows, shoulders, lower back, and other parts of the body.
The centre further reports: "Gripping, holding, bending, twisting, clenching, typing, lifting, pushing, pulling, and reaching are ordinary movements we make every day, and are not particularly harmful. What makes them hazardous in work situations is the continual repetition of the movements. Other contributing work factors may include awkward postures, fixed body positions, excessive force concentrated on small parts of the body, such as the hand or wrist, a fast work pace with insufficient breaks or recovery time, and psychosocial factors, such as stress."
HEALTH AND SAFETY CONCERN AT WORK? Contact your Union Representative or Union Health & Safety Representative!
