Ergonomics Of Working Postures

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Working Postures And Movements

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Author : Nico J. Delleman
language : en
Publisher: CRC Press
Release Date : 2004-06-29

Working Postures And Movements written by Nico J. Delleman and has been published by CRC Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004-06-29 with Technology & Engineering categories.

In most industries, musculoskeletal injuries are the most common work-related reason for employee absences. These injuries are often caused by static postures or repetitive movements that have to be maintained for many hours a day, such as intensive use of data entry devices, assembly work, parts inspection, equipment maintenance, manual materials handling, machinery operations, and vehicle operation, among others. In order to prevent such injuries, occupational health professionals, ergonomists, production engineers, and product designers need to know how to evaluate postures and movements, and understand how these are determined by the work environment, as well as what design tools are available to achieve less stressful working postures and movements.Working Postures and Movements describes many internationally accepted evaluation tools applicable to postures and movements in the work environment. Renowned researchers from around the world have brought together the latest scientific knowledge describing the anthropometry, biomechanics, physiology, psychophysics, and human perceptual-motor control basis for posture and movement assessment related to all the major body segments. The book addresses seating concepts, hand tool and pedal designs, foot-floor interfaces, digital human models for computer-aided design and engineering, and work organization (task duration, breaks, handling frequency) as they affect human performance and musculoskeletal injury reduction. Professionals responsible for identifying and improving conditions in the industries where such workplace injuries occur will find this volume to be a handy sourcebook, while teachers and students will find it to be a valuable reference.

Ergonomics Of Working Postures

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Author : E. N. Corlett
language : en
Publisher: CRC Press
Release Date : 1986-10-09

Ergonomics Of Working Postures written by E. N. Corlett and has been published by CRC Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1986-10-09 with Technology & Engineering categories.

This book is based on an international symposium on the Ergonomics of Working Postures, at Zadar. It explores fairly specific areas of occupational ergonomics with the purpose of drawing together major current trends.

The Ergonomics Of Working Postures

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Author : Esmond Nigel Corlett
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1986

The Ergonomics Of Working Postures written by Esmond Nigel Corlett and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1986 with Biomechanics categories.

The Ergonomics Of Working Postures

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Author : John Wilson
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1986

The Ergonomics Of Working Postures written by John Wilson and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1986 with Biomechanics categories.

Working Posture Assessment

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Author : Daniela Colombini
language : en
Publisher: CRC Press
Release Date : 2018-09-03

Working Posture Assessment written by Daniela Colombini and has been published by CRC Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-09-03 with Business & Economics categories.

This book covers how to analyze awkward working postures, particularly of the spine and lower limbs, in specific groups exposed. The methods covered suggests how to evaluate the postures correctly, taking account of the duration and sequence of the tasks involved, even in very complex scenarios where workers are involved with multiple tasks and work cycles varying from day to day. Excel spreadsheets located on the authors’ website (www.epmresearch.org) have been developed to gather, condense, and automatically process the data. The tools serve to implement the strategy for calculating risk associated with exposure to awkward postures, i.e. the TACOS method. Included are 5 case studies which include physiotherapists, workers from construction, archaeological digs, vineyards, and kindergarten teachers. Features Provides a coherent definition of what the study of awkward postures is Clarifies and explains which parameters need to be detected and analyzed for the study of the working postures Defines the phases of a proper organizational study (e.g. tasks, postures, duration, and how often the postures will last) in the working cycle Presents a new and original risk calculation model for awkward postures, with particular attention to the study of the spine and the lower limbs Offers a free excel spreadsheet located on the authors' website which implements the strategy for calculating risk associated with exposure to awkward postures

Practical Demonstrations Of Ergonomic Principles

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Author : Department of Health and Human Services
language : en
Publisher: CreateSpace
Release Date : 2013-10

Practical Demonstrations Of Ergonomic Principles written by Department of Health and Human Services and has been published by CreateSpace this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-10 with Technology & Engineering categories.

Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) often involve the back, wrist, elbow, and/or shoulder, and occur when workers are exposed over time to MSD risk factors, such as awkward postures, forceful exertions, or repetitive motions. These exposures sometimes occur due to poorly designed workstations, tasks, and/or hand tools. Workers must understand the nature of MSD risk factors and how to avoid exposure to them. In a classroom setting, trainers may discuss ergonomic principles and show examples of MSD risk factors with photographs or videos. However, supplementing training with practical, hands-on demonstrations may further reinforce these ergonomic principles and help workers understand the importance of avoiding exposure to MSD risk factors. Moreover, demonstrations that allow for worker participation result in a greater understanding of the impact exposures to particular MSD risk factors have on workers' bodies. This document consists of a series of demonstrations designed to complement training on ergonomic principles. A description of the materials needed and step-by-step methodology are included in this document. Each demonstration highlights worker participation and uses relatively inexpensive materials. The demonstrations are organized by type of ergonomic principle. Five general topics are addressed: Neutral compared with non-neutral postures Grip types Hand-tool selection and use Fatigue failure and back pain Moment arms and lifting The demonstrations show the effects of posture, work methods, workstation design, tools, tasks, and location of materials on worker exposure to MSD risk factors. Many of the demonstrations are appropriate supplements to the NIOSH-developed training “Ergonomics and Risk Factor Awareness Training for Miners,” which is provided to mining employees.

Ergocheck For A Preliminary Mapping Of Risk At Work

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Author : Daniela Colombini
language : en
Publisher: CRC Press
Release Date : 2020-03-24

Ergocheck For A Preliminary Mapping Of Risk At Work written by Daniela Colombini and has been published by CRC Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-03-24 with Technology & Engineering categories.

One of the latest developments being pursued by the World Health Organization (WHO) and other international organizations (ILO, ISO), in relation to preventing work-related diseases and disorders, concerns the creation of "toolkits" and, within them, of simple tools. This book suggests a methodology and a comprehensive simple tool (ERGOCHECK, downloadable for free from the website www.epmresearch.org) for bringing together various potential risk factors to undertake a preliminary mapping of discomfort/danger in the workplaces and to assess consequent priorities for prevention, especially (but not only) in small and very small businesses. The tool is primarily designed to be used by employers, OSH (Occupational Health and Safety) operators and trade union representatives, but it may also be useful for occupational medical staff conducting periodical inspections and drafting health surveillance protocols, and for supervisory bodies (labor inspectors) conducting inspections in the workplace needing to rapidly detect potentially dangerous situations requiring specific preventive interventions. Daniela Colombini is a certified European ergonomist and a senior researcher at the Research Unit Ergonomics of Posture and Movement, Milan, where she developed methods for the analysis, evaluation and management of risk and damage from occupational biomechanical overload. She was a professor at the School of Specialization in Occupational Medicine in University of Milan and University of Florence. She is the coauthor of the OCRA method (EN 1005-5 standard and ISO 11228-3). She is the founder and president of the EPM International Ergonomics School (EPMIES). She has been working with accredited native teachers in countries such as the USA, France, India, Spain, Chile, Colombia, Guatemala, Costa Rica, Brazil and other South American countries. She is a member of the Ergonomics Committee of UNI working in the international commissions of European Committee for Normalization (CEN) and International Organization for Standardization (ISO). Enrico Occhipinti is a certified European ergonomist. He is a professor at the School of Specialization in Occupational Medicine in University of Milano, and the director of the Research Unit Ergonomics of Posture and Movement (EPM) at Fondazione Don Gnocchi ONLUS-Milano. He developed and coauthored the OCRA method. He is a member and has been a coordinator (up to 2012) of the Technical Committee on Prevention of Musculoskeletal Disorders of the International Ergonomics Association (IEA), and represents Italy in international commissions of the CEN and the ISO dealing with ergonomics and biomechanics.

Occupational Ergonomics

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Author : Waldemar Karwowski
language : en
Publisher: CRC Press
Release Date : 2003-03-26

Occupational Ergonomics written by Waldemar Karwowski and has been published by CRC Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2003-03-26 with Technology & Engineering categories.

Occupational Ergonomics: Principles of Work Design focuses on the fundamentals in ergonomics design and evaluation. Divided into two parts, Part I covers the background for the discipline and profession of ergonomics and offers an international perspective on ergonomics. Part II describes the foundations of ergonomics knowledge, including fundament

Ergonomics

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Author : International Organization for Standardization
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2000

Ergonomics written by International Organization for Standardization and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2000 with Human engineering categories.

Advances In Physical Ergonomics And Human Factors

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Author : Ravindra Goonetilleke
language : en
Publisher: Springer
Release Date : 2016-07-26

Advances In Physical Ergonomics And Human Factors written by Ravindra Goonetilleke and has been published by Springer this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-07-26 with Technology & Engineering categories.

This book reports on the state of the art in physical ergonomics and is concerned with the design of products, process, services, and work systems to assure their productive, safe, and satisfying use by people. With focus on the human body's responses to physical and physiological work demands, repetitive strain injuries from repetition, vibration, force, and posture are the most common types of issues examined, along with their design implications. The book explores a wide range of topics in physical ergonomics, which includes the consequences of repetitive motion, materials handling, workplace safety, and usability in the use of portable devices, design, working postures, and the work environment. Mastering physical ergonomics and safety engineering concepts is fundamental to the creation of products and systems that people are able to use, as well as the avoidance of stresses and minimization of the risk of accidents. Based on the AHFE 2016 International Conference on Physical Ergonomics & Human Factors, held on July 27-31, 2016 in Walt Disney World®, Florida, USA, the book provides readers with a comprehensive view of the current challenges in Physical Ergonomics, which are a critical aspect in the design of any human-centered technological system, and factors influencing human performance.