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- OSHA publishes Final Ergonomics Guidelines for Shipyards [More...]
- OSHA Protocol for Developing Industry and Task Specific Ergonomic Guidelines [More...]
- OSHA Publishes Dow Chemical Company Ergonomics Case Study. [More...]
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OSHA has a
four-pronged comprehensive approach to ergonomics designed to quickly and effectively address musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) in
the workplace. The four segments of OSHA's strategy for reducing injuries and illnesses from MSDs in the workplace are:
Enforcement, OSHA will conduct inspections for ergonomic hazards and issue citations under the General Duty Clause and issue
ergonomic hazard alert letters where appropriate.
Outreach and Assistance, OSHA will provide assistance to businesses, particularly small businesses, and help
them proactively address ergonomic issues in the workplace.
National Advisory Committee, OSHA will charter an advisory committee that will be authorized to, among other
things, identify gaps in research to the application of ergonomics and ergonomic principles in the workplace.
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What guidelines does OSHA provide?
Poultry Processing |
Retail Grocery Stores |
Nursing Homes |
Shipyard Employment |
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How do I look for conditions that may contribute to musculoskeletal disorders?
Review of Injury Records |
Job Analysis |
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How do I find examples of possible solutions for ergonomic problems?
OSHA Ergonomic eTools |
Additional Resources |
Success Stories |
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Where do I find additional assistance?
eTools |
Cooperative Programs |
Training and Education |
OSHA Contact Information |
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Hot Topics
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OSHA Publishes Final Ergonomics Guidelines for Shipyards. OSHA. Also available as
a 1 MB
PDF, 56 pages.
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Ergonomics and Musculoskeletal Disorders. National
Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Safety and Health
Topic.
- Ergonomic Guidelines for Manual Material Handling. US Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Publication No. 2007-131, (2007,
April), 3 MB
PDF, 68 pages. Offers suggestions for managers and supervisors to
improve the handling of rectangular, square, and cylindrical containers,
sacks, and bags.
 eTools
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Computer Workstations. OSHA.
Identifies hazards and ergonomic controls for computer workstations.
Ergonomics: Solutions for Electrical Contractors. OSHA. Describes common
hazards that electrical contractors may encounter and possible solutions for
these hazards.
 Ergonomics in the Printing Industry. OSHA. Provides information based on the
experience of others with the hope of making the process of hazard minimization easier. This eTool is divided into the following process pages that correspond
to the major styles of printing: Lithography, Flexography, and Screen Printing
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