Union backing
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The UNISON survey of manual handling and back pain in the public sector has revealed that 20% of workers have time off work because of back pain and that 81% of all workers suffer from this type of pain at some time. The union is working to promote awareness of the problem and prevent it.
Publication Name: Occupational Safety & Health
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0143-5353
Year: 2000
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European workers under strain
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A survey by the European Foundation for Improving Living and Working Conditions has revealed that poor working conditions are leading to an increase in health problems among workers such as backache and stress.
Publication Name: Occupational Safety & Health
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0143-5353
Year: 2001
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Recruitment agency workers: confusion over h&s responsibilities
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The 'Survey of the recuitment agency industry' by the Health & Safety Executive has revealed a lack of awareness among British recruitment agencies regarding the health and safety of their workers.
Publication Name: Occupational Safety & Health
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0143-5353
Year: 2000
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