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the package is well balanced and the contents will not shift unexpectedly while being handled, for example:
    * use slings or other aids to maintain effective control when handling loads that lack rigidity
    * fill containers holding liquids or free-moving powder so that there is only a small amount of free space at the top of individual containers
    * use baffles, dividers or packing materials to keep the contents stable in partly-filled packages
    * secure loads that may move during handling, for example animals in slings, fertiliser bags inside sturdy boxes
    * shrink wrapping loads on pallets.

Providing information

Manufacturers, importers and suppliers must also give purchasers and users the information they need to use the product safely, including during its transportation, operation and maintenance.
This information may be provided in user manuals, brochures or on the product itself (for example, labelling cartons). The information should be accurate, clear and easy to understand.
Loads should be labelled to indicate any MSD risks, and where appropriate, any necessary precautions when handling the load. This information should indicate:
    * the heaviest side of an off-centred load, for example, with an arrow drawn on the packing carton
    * the weight of the load
    * whether the load is fragile
    * the stability of the load, for example a label saying that the contents of a package may move while being transported or handled
    * any specific handling or unpacking instructions.
Information provided by the designer to the manufacturer should be passed on to the supplier and then to the purchaser. Importers should obtain the information from their suppliers.
If you are an importer or a supplier and you cannot get this information from the designer or manufacturer, you should obtain information from other sources or develop it yourself.

Appendix A – The risk management process for manual tasks

Appendix b – HazaRdous manual task identification worksheeT

Appendix c – discomfort survey

Appendix D – RISK Assessment WoRKSHEET

Appendix e – Controlling MSD risks through design
Type of plant                                       MSD risk                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Possible design solution

Road-making machinery                               Repetitive or sustained twisting of the neck and body while reversing. This is caused by the seat being fixed in a forward-facing position.                                                                                                Design a swivel seat-mount together with two sets of controls, or controls that move with seat rotation.
Forklifts                                           Sustained exposure to whole-body vibration transferred through the seat.                                                                                                                                                                   Install damping mechanisms in the seat, cabin and vehicle suspension.
                                                    Repetitive or sustained bending of the neck and back to see the work properly (for example, continually looking up to place loads on high shelves).                                                                                        Install visual aids such as mirrors or a video camera and screen.
Wrapping machines on process lines                  Strain on the lower back when