Work-Related Pain and Discomfort

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Policy

We have systems in place to encourage early reporting of pain and discomfort, and proactively manage the risk of staff developing musculoskeletal conditions due to work.

Prevent discomfort and pain

Consider practical steps to prevent discomfort and pain at work. This may include:

• setting up your work area properly or asking for help to do so
• working in a comfortable position and changing position often
• alternating between tasks to reduce repetitive actions.

For more information, see Worksafe: Musculoskeletal disorders.

Report discomfort and pain

If your work is causing discomfort and pain for more than a few days, talk to the practice manager.

If pain or discomfort are reported early, we will work together to prevent the symptoms from worsening and developing into a possibly serious and long-term condition.