A Primer Based on Workplace Evaluations of Musculoskeletal Disorders
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Elements of Ergonomics Programs A Primer Based on Workplace Evaluations of Musculoskeletal Disorders |
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Toolbox Tray 1-A: NIOSH Investigations of WMSDs in Work Settings |
| Standard industrial classification
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5712 Wholesale Trade (Furniture) |
| Work setting and tasks | Wood kitchen cabinet manufacturer. Jobs include sanding, planing, painting, packing, shipping and lifting, pushing and pulling tasks. |
| Work-related musculoskeletal problems found | Upper limb, neck, back, and lower limb |
| Ergonomic risk factors found | Repetitive, static, and forceful exertions, awkward postures, and heavy lifting |
| Recommendations | Numerous specific engineering control recommendations were made to minimize or eliminate risk factors associated with sustained postures, lifting and carrying, and repetitive exertions. In addition, it was recommended that new employees start at slower rates so they can be conditioned and that frequent rest breaks be allowed. |
| HETA/NTIS reference no. | HETA 88–384–2062 NTIS order no. PB–91–152–082 |