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 |
1752 Construction (Floor work) |
| Work setting and tasks | Carpet Installation. Tasks include use of the "knee kicker" to stretch carpet |
| Work-related musculoskeletal problems found | Lower limb |
| Ergonomic risk factors found | Forceful exertions and contact stress |
| Recommendations | Control recommendations included using knee pads and more use of a hand-operated power stretcher. |
| HETA/NTIS reference no. | HETA 82–065–1664 NTIS order no. PB–86–225–661 |