Elements of Ergonomics Programs A Primer Based on Workplace Evaluations of Musculoskeletal Disorders

STEP 1. LOOKING FOR SIGNS OF WORK-RELATED MUSCULOSKELETAL PROBLEMS
Exhibit 1. Triggers for NIOSH Investigations

STEP 2. SETTING THE STAGE FOR ACTION
Exhibit 2. Worker Involvement
Exhibit 3. A Joint Labor-Management Approach
Exhibit 4. A Work Group Approach
Exhibit 5. An Individual Input Approach

STEP 3. TRAINING - BUILDING IN-HOUSE EXPERTISE
Exhibit 6. Team Training in Ergonomic Problem Solving

STEP 4. GATHERING AND EXAMINING EVIDENCE OF WMSDs
Exhibit 7. Reviewing OSHA Logs
Exhibit 8. Using OSHA Logs and Worker Interviews
Exhibit 9. Symptom Surveys
Exhibit 10. Use of Diagnostic Tests
Exhibit 11. Cabinet Manufacturing Work Setting
Exhibit 12. Window Balance Systems Manufacturing Work Setting
Exhibit 13. Grocery Warehouse Setting
Exhibit 14. Office Setting

STEP 5. DEVELOPING CONTROLS
Exhibit 15. Engineering Controls - Beverage Delivery
Exhibit 16. Engineering Controls - Motorcycle Manufacturing
Exhibit 17. Administrative Controls - Jewelry Manufacturing
Exhibit 18. Administrative Controls - Meatpacking
Exhibit 19. Evaluating Ergonomics Programs in Meatpacking Plants

STEP 6. HEALTH CARE MANAGEMENT
Exhibit 20. Medical Management - Poultry Processing Plants

STEP 7. PROACTIVE ERGONOMICS
Exhibit 21. Proactive Ergonomics at an Appliance Manufacturer

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