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The ProblemA hand screed requires the worker to be bent over, using a strong grip to pull the board over the wet concrete.Workers exert a lot of shoulder and arm force repeatedly.Doing this work…
The ProblemGeneral contractors and repair technicians use their work vans to transport tools and equipment to/from various worksites.
The ProblemMaintenance workers are exposed to extremely high forces when handling maintenance hole covers. To remove the hole cover or frame, a pry bar is used and then the cover or frame is dragged/…
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The ProblemUsing screw guns and other fastening tools at or near ground level require stooping, bending, kneeling, or squatting for long periods of time.Working repeatedly in these positions…
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.…
For the Driver:Store heavier packages off the floor and ideally between knee and shoulder height and lift packages one at a time.Follow good lifting techniques – refer to “Lifting Safety” brochure by…