Musculoskeletal disorders case studies

Alstom used RSSB’s Health and Wellbeing Competency Framework to develop its ‘Leading Mindfully’ programme. The programme helps line managers develop the skills needed to support employee wellbeing and foster an environment where staff can talk about their health.

Southeastern used RSSB’s Musculoskeletal Risk Assessment Tool and their driver surveys to understand musculoskeletal health risk caused by the cab environment. They have identified a series of actions, covering both ‘people’ and ‘equipment’, to minimise risk going forward.

Southeastern developed a single MSD policy for all staff, replacing its disparate policies and processes. The operator can now more effectively define and describe how it will prevent, mitigate, and manage musculoskeletal health risks. 

Transport for London used RSSB’s Musculoskeletal Risk Assessment Tool, and other mechanisms, to understand musculoskeletal health risk caused by the cab environment. The government body has identified actions that can minimise risk going forward.