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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2328 Manufacturing (Clothing, furnishings) |
| Work setting and tasks | Various sewing tasks at a uniform maker. |
| Work-related musculoskeletal problems found | Upper limb and neck |
| Ergonomic risk factors found | Repetitive and forceful exertions, awkward postures |
| Recommendations | Plant-wide workstation modifications were suggested such as providing foot rails, floor mats, adjustable chairs, and padding the edges of tables to reduce contact stress. Improvement in work layout also noted to facilitate access to materials or parts. Job specific engineering control recommendations were also made. |
| HETA/NTIS reference no. | HETA 83–205–1702 NTIS order no. PB–87–106–498 |