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Hyperlink; Hazard Control–A hub of different information sheets about the health risks associated with lifting, lowering, carrying, holding, and other ways workers interact with objects in their hands
Hyperlink; Hazard Control–A document advocating for the use of lift-assists in nursing homes to reduce the risk of musculoskeletal disorders. Includes information about how to implement a safe-…
Hyperlink; Hazard Control–Provides potential options to reduce musculoskeletal disorders in stoneworkers related to vibration and noise. Includes data on expected vibration levels associated with…
The ProblemWorkers mixing mortar or grout are required to lift heavy cement bags and buckets of water. Full cement bags weigh around 37 kg, and workers may handle more than 100 bags per day. They…
The ProblemWhen workers deliver grout using the traditional method, they have to shovel loads of grout into buckets and then carry the buckets to the masons.Full buckets of grout weigh around 32 kgs…
The ProblemWhether tying rebar together or fastening conduit to rebar with pliers, tying the wire requires workers to make repeated, fast hand and arm twisting movements while applying high grasp…
The ProblemTransporting materials, equipment and supplies around worksites often demands high pushing/pulling or lifting forces, especially when stairs are an obstacle.For transporting heavy loads up…