Risk factors for work-related musculoskeletal disorders among welders in the informal sector under resource constrained settings.

Background: Welding tasks involve the use of awkward working postures and repetitive movements and therefore pose a risk for developing work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WRMDs).

Objectives: This study aimed to assess the prevalence, severity and risk factors for WRMDs among welders in the informal sector.

Materials And Methods: A total of 128 welders (33±10.