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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2711 Manufacturing (Periodicals) |
| Work setting and tasks | Printing layout work in a newspaper composing room. Tasks involve long periods of standing and walking. |
| Work-related musculoskeletal problems found | Lower limb |
| Ergonomic risk factors found | Static standing postures |
| Recommendations | Recommendations were made to reduce static standing requirements through the installation of footrests and to provide the option to sit. Added recommendations to pad edges of surfaces that workers lean against, install floor mats, and provide well-cushioned shoes. |
| HETA/NTIS reference no. | HETA 90–251–2128 NTIS order no. PB–92–124–437 |