Items Tagged with 'ergonomics'

Washington — More effective injury surveillance can provide the necessary data to help organizations prevent musculoskeletal disorders, according to a new resource from the National Safety Council.

San Francisco — Janitorial workers can lower their risk of musculoskeletal injuries by rotating job tasks and, when possible, reducing force, University of California researchers say.

What are the most important points ergonomics process owners and teams should focus on when building a business case for investment in ergonomics and job improvements?

Washington — Two House Democrats are raising strong concerns about OSHA’s removal of information from its website and the reported destruction of physical copies of agency documents.

When starting an ergonomics program, is it best to begin with a reactive or proactive approach?

Who’s in charge of ergonomics?

Washington — Multiple workplace programs aimed at preventing musculoskeletal disorders have achieved the highest rating within the National Safety Council’s MSD Solutions Index, a recent report from the nonprofit shows.

Tumwater, WA — Washington state has begun the development process for a rule to address work-related musculoskeletal disorders among airline ground crews.

Ann Arbor, MI — University of Michigan researchers have developed and tested a set of knee exoskeletons that they say help counteract fatigue during lifting and carrying tasks.

Movement is key to warding off the pain. Stretch your hip flexors in the morning before work and again at the end of your workday.