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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4441 Transportation (Water) |
| Work setting and tasks | Operation, repair and maintenance tasks at river locks and dams. |
| Work-related musculoskeletal problems found | None reported |
| Ergonomic risk factors found | Repetitive and forceful exertions, awkward postures, heavy lifting, vibration |
| Recommendations | The major recommendation is to develop an ergonomics program. Three jobs were analyzed, yet these represent only a fraction of the jobs performed at the various sites. Specific engineering control recommendations for the jobs studied include adjustable workstations, use of hoists and lifts for shop work and extending the height of rope tie-off posts for lock operation work. |
| HETA/NTIS reference no. | HETA 90–385–2173 NTIS order no. PB–92–176–809 |