WRULDS

Question 1

List considerations to prevent WRULDS

Answer 1

Limiting repetitions

Body posture and position

Reducing force applied

Rate and pace of work

Question 2

What are ways you could limit repetitions?

Answer 2

Regular switching between movements

Spread repetitions between different muscles and joints, e.g., switching hands

Job variation

Take breaks

Shorten shift rotations

Split task between multiple people

Use automation

Question 3

How can body posture be improved?

Answer 3

Frequent changing of positions

Adjust seating keeping elbows at right angles

Provide desktop wrist support

Keep wrists straight

Adjustable seating and foot rests

Redesigning work stations e.g., to reduce reach or twisting

Correct tool use

Question 4

How could you reduce force applied?

Answer 4

Use tools rather than physical effort

Maintain tools, e.g., replace blunt saws

Adapt tools e.g., use a jig

Reduce weight of tools or objects

Use mounting fixtures taking weight out of workers hands

Spread the force access fingers / limbs

Proper hand protection with good grip

Training on techniques to reduce necessary force

Question 5

How do you manage the rate and pace of work?

Answer 5

Build speed gradually so the body becomes accustomed to new movements

Pace yourself and include rest breaks

Slow machine speed down if possible

Train in technique improvement to increase output while keeping physical strain low.

Question 6

What HSE guidance advises on WRULDS?

Answer 6

HSG60