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 |
9999 Non-classifiable |
| Work setting and tasks | Sign language interpreters for the deaf. |
| Work-related musculoskeletal problems found | Upper extremities (e.g., shoulder, elbow, fingers, neck, and hand) disorders and back problems. |
| Ergonomic risk factors found | Repetition and awkward and static postures. |
| Recommendations | Include rest breaks in interpreting sessions. Maintain signing motions between the shoulders and within the area bounded by the chest and waist. Avoid forceful contacts between the hands. |
| HETA/NTIS reference no. | HETA 92–0268–2447 NTIS order no. PB–95–219–465 |