Workplace injury in the agriculture industry
The farming and agriculture industry is one of the most dangerous sectors to work in.
Musculoskeletal disorders [MSDs] including back pain, sprains and strains are over three times higher in agricultural work compared with all other industries and account for one in five worker fatalities in the UK [HSE]
Agricultural, forestry and fishing work can be physically demanding, and the repetitive nature of the work causes a range of health problems, including severe back pain and MSDs.
High-risk activities in the agriculture industry include:
• Repetitive manual handling of farm products
• Long working hours
• Lifting and carrying heavy materials and machinery
Exoskeletons can provide ergonomic support for a range of activities in the agricultural industry.
The right exoskeleton can reduce the number of high risk bending, stretching, and reaching combined with awkward postures. The suit will reduce the stress on the body and muscles from over-exertion and lower the risk of a workplace injury occurring.
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