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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4311 Public utilities (Postal service) |
| Work setting and tasks | Mail processing facility with workers engaged in loading mail into automated sorting machines and transferring the sorted mail once it is collected in bins. |
| Work-related musculoskeletal problems found | Limited to an assessment of ergonomic risk factors in job tasks. |
| Ergonomic risk factors found | Prolonged standing postures and walking on hard floor surfaces. |
| Recommendations | Provide for a sit/stand option for those operating the loader and furnish foot rests to rest one leg while standing. Install cushioned mats to run the length and width of the loading and sweeping areas. Mats should have a beveled edge to reduce a tripping hazard and should be kept in place by velcro or some other method. |
| HETA/NTIS reference no. | HETA 92–019–2188 NTIS order no. PB–92–193–887 |