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Receiving and Killing
Task 6: Paw Room Grader
The paw room grader inspects and sorts product (feet) on conveyor. This is sometimes used as a light duty position.
Hazards of this task may include:
Standing for a long time |
Hazardous Situation:
Standing for a long time reduces blood flow to the legs, forces
isolated muscles to work for an extended period of time and increases the
risk of fatigue and varicose veins.
Possible Solutions:
- Install sit/stand stools, which allow employees to lean and have their weight supported while still remaining in an upright position.
- Rotate to tasks that do not require prolonged standing.
- Provide shoe insoles that cushion the feet and spread foot pressure over a larger surface.
- Provide a foot rest in front of employees so they can shift their posture.
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Prolonged bending of neck |
Hazardous Situation:
Employees spend a long time looking down at a conveyor
belt, which moves product past them. This can cause neck and shoulder pain and potentially
carpal tunnel-like symptoms.
Possible Solutions:
- Conveyor should be at about elbow height of employee. Provide height-adjustable stands to properly position employees.
- Tilt conveyor toward employee.
- Rotate to other jobs that provide more movement.
- Provide time and training about stretching to relieve neck fatigue.
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