Musculoskeletal Disorders: Risk-reduction through design awards 2026 nominations open
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Issued: 12 November 2025

Visit HSE’s website for more advice and guidance on protecting workers from Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs).

MSD Risk-reduction through design awards 2026 – open for nominations

Celebrating 10 Years of innovation in MSD risk reduction.

For a decade, these awards have highlighted UK employers who’ve made smart, practical design changes to reduce the risks of MSDs.

These conditions affect the back, joints and limbs, and are a leading cause of work-related ill health, contributing to over 6.6 million lost working days each year in Great Britain. 

This year we’re spotlighting workplaces that have: 

  • minimised lifting, pushing or pulling
  • improved posture during tasks
  • removed manual handling through thoughtful design


If your organisation has introduced such improvements, you could be recognised in one of 2 categories:
 

  • Best Overall MSD Risk Reduction 
  • SME Recognition Award (for businesses with fewer than 250 employees)


How to enter 

Further details on how to enter, as well as inspiring case studies of previous winners, can be found on our website: Musculoskeletal disorders risk-reduction through design awards 2026. 

Entries close on 31 January 2026.


NEBOSH HSE certificate in manual handling risk assessment

Manual handling is a major cause of work-related MSDs, which employers must manage to prevent worker injuries.

This course teaches delegates to recognise, assess and reduce manual handling risks using HSE assessment tools (MAC and RAPP).

It covers legal requirements, injury types, risk factors, control measures, handling techniques and organisational responsibilities, concluding with a formal assessment leading to the NEBOSH HSE Certificate in Manual Handling Risk Assessment.


Book your place

Visit our website to find out more details, view prices or book your place:

This course is also available on this additional dates:

Driving culture change with HSE’s tools: How to achieve success in 2026

27 November, 3pm

Join this free webinar where experts from the HSE and our publishing partner, TSO, will answer your questions on improving organisational safety culture.

Register for the 'Driving culture change with HSE’s tools' webinar.

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