Safety
The High Frequency of Musculoskeletal Disorders Among Construction Workers
Work-related musculoskeletal disorders are among the most prevailing occupational health conditions. The construction industry accounts for a disproportionally high number of injuries in the workplace.
By Neil Flynn
December 15, 2021
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