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 |
3079 Manufacturing (Fabricated fibrous products) |
| Work setting and tasks | Press operations and finishing and assembly tasks in a plant manufacturing thermo- formed fibrous glass reinforced products. |
| Work-related musculoskeletal problems found | Upper limb and neck |
| Ergonomic risk factors found | Repetitive and forceful exertions, contact stress, awkward postures |
| Recommendations | Engineering controls were suggested for using fixtures to hold work, modifying tools (such as adding handles on files), and using power shears for cutting. Worker and supervisor training in the recognition of risk factors for WMSDs was recommended. Textured gloves were recommended for operators of hand sanders to minimize the grasping forces required. |
| HETA/NTIS reference no. | HETA 81–143–1041 NTIS order no. PB–83–201–426 |