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Learning Objectives
At the conclusion of this training you will be able to:
– Explain ergonomic principles
– Identify risks involved with working
Additionally you will :
– Understand how the use of good ergonomic principles keep you safe
Risk Factors
• Repetitive Motions
• Forceful Exertions
• Awkward Posture
• Contact Stress
• Vibration
Repetitive Motions
• No Rest for muscles and joints
• Inflammation of tendons, nerves & joints
• Loss of strength (Muscle fatigue)
• Decreased circulation
• Body position
Forceful Exertions
• Inflammation of tendons, nerves & joints
• Poor grip (gloves, handles)
• Loss of circulation
• Loss of strength (Muscle fatigue)
Awkward Posture
• Poor circulation
• Arms above heart
• Extended reach
• Holding a fix position (static)
• Twisting or bending
Manufacturing Ergonomics
Risks:
• Twisting or extending reach
• Overhead Work (Circulation)
• Repetition without rest
• Standing Static (Circulation)
• “Burping cases” (Palm as Hammer)
• Resting on sharp edges (Circulation)
• Number of task movements
Manufacturing ErgonomicsInjury Prevention:
• Warm up muscles, joints
• Neutral Position
• Rotate muscle groups
• Do not rest on sharp edges
• Good grip
• Switch feet positions
• Take micro breaks
Office Ergonomics
Risks:
• Poor posture (tilted head, hunched)
• Poor lighting
• Long reach
• Poor chair position
• Poor monitor position
• Resting on sharp edges
Office Ergonomics
Injury Prevention:
• Neutral Position
• Arms close to body
• Knees bent at 90o, feet flat while sitting
• Monitor at correct height
• Rest wrists while typing
• Take breaks and stretch
Ergonomics Team
• Evaluate each task
• Reduce the number of movements
• Provide Feedback
• Provide Ideas
• Feasibility