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Science and Research eBulletin: risks of musculoskeletal disorders at work

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PEROSH: risks of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) at work

HSE scientists have provided two case studies that feature in the latest newsletter from PEROSH (Partnership for European Research in Occupational Safety and Health on the continent of Europe).

 

Both case studies focus on reducing the risk of MSDs at work:

PEROSH is hosting a free webinar on MSDs where you can hear scientists discuss their work.

 

Join in on Wednesday, 25 May 

PEROSH webinar on MSDs

 

You can read the PEROSH newsletter in full, and sign up to receive future newsletters


HSE science vacancy: Independent Chair

HSE is recruiting an Independent Chair for the Science Quality Assurance Group.

 

HSE is looking for an experienced scientist or engineer to chair a new group which will provide the Chief Executive, Chief Scientific Adviser and the HSE Board with independent and objective assurance on the relevance and quality of the science, engineering and evidence produced across the organisation.

 

View the details and apply 

Closes 27 May 2022


Latest science publications: COVID-19 transmission control measure

During the pandemic, face shields, goggles and safety glasses have been worn as a measure to control transmission of the virus.

 

However, their effectiveness in controlling facial exposure to cough droplets is not well established.

 

This preprint describes a method to evaluate face shields, goggles and safety glasses as a control measure to protect the wearer against cough droplets:

 

Evaluation of face shields, goggles and safety glasses as a virus transmission control measure
Hall S, Johnson P, Bailey C, Gould Z, White W and Crook B (2022)

 

It is HSE policy to make the results of research available, wherever possible. View the latest science publications and research reports.


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