What are some examples of injuries arising out of an Occupational Disease?
A few examples of occupational diseases include: • Developing pain in your hands (e.g. carpal tunnel syndrome) or elbows (e.g. epicondylitis or cubital tunnel syndrome) as a result of typing activities • Developing shoulder pain as a result of repetitively reaching, lifting, or working overhead • Developing neck pain as a result of repetitively lifting and manuvering heavy dies • Developing a respiratory condition due to repeated exposure to chemicals, such as isocyanates or solder.
