FACTS

1. Exerting excessive force.
2. Excessive repetition of movements that can irritate tendons and increase pressure on nerves.
3. Awkward postures, or unsupported positions that stretch physical limits, can compress nerves and irritate tendons.
4. Static postures, or positions that a worker must hold for long periods of time, can restrict blood flow and damage muscles.
5. Motion, such as increased speed or acceleration when bending and twisting, can increase the amount of force exerted on the body.
6. Compression, from grasping sharp edges like tool handles, can concentrate force on […]

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