logging in or signing up FUN Pres OSEH Ergo 200203 Renzo Download Post to : URL : Related Presentations : Share Add to Flag Embed Email Send to Blogs and Networks Add to Channel Uploaded from authorPOINTLite Insert YouTube videos in PowerPont slides with aS Desktop Copy embed code: (To copy code, click on the text box) Embed: URL: Thumbnail: WordPress Embed Customize Embed The presentation is successfully added In Your Favorites. Views: 132 Category: Education License: All Rights Reserved Like it (0) Dislike it (0) Added: March 05, 2008 This Presentation is Public Favorites: 0 Presentation Description No description available. Comments Posting comment... By: Gramj (16 month(s) ago) Thank you for the informative slide share regarding ergonomics and occupational safety practices. Well done. http://www.ashasafety.com Saving..... Post Reply Close Saving..... Edit Comment Close Premium member Presentation Transcript Ergonomics at Michigan: Ergonomics at Michigan Occupational Safety and Environmental Health 3/28/02What is Ergonomics Anyway?: What is Ergonomics Anyway? The simple answer… Adapting the workplace and work tasks to the worker.The Value of Ergonomics : The Value of Ergonomics Safety Comfort Productivity What about Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs)?: What about Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs)? Chronic physical conditions that affect the tendons, ligaments, muscles, joints, nerves, and spinal discs. Can result in pain and discomfort, diminished strength, endurance, and flexibility. Seen everywhere around campus - labs, offices, Stores, resident halls, plant operations, etc. Signs and Symptoms of MSDs: Signs and Symptoms of MSDs Eyestrain Low Back Pain Shoulder Pain or Aching Neck Discomfort Pain in Elbows and Forearms Tingling, Numbness and Pain in Hands and Wrists Stiffness Fatigue StressPotential Risk Factors : Potential Risk Factors Awkward and Sustained Postures Forceful Exertion Repetitive Motion Contact Stress Vibration Typical Risky Work Behaviors: Typical Risky Work Behaviors Prolonged, awkward postures Sitting forward in the chair – no back support Extreme reaching Repetitive motions Feet unsupported and legs dangling Wrists bent Body resting against hard or sharp surface Worksurface too high or too lowMore Risky Work Behaviors…: More Risky Work Behaviors… Turning head to view screen Slouching (intentional poor posture) Head tilted toward the shoulder (“cradling” the receiver) while on the phone Head forward Inadequate leg room Inefficient work patterns Too long in one position (esp. sitting) Experience Ergonomics! : Experience Ergonomics! Test your level of awareness.What can be done about MSDs?: What can be done about MSDs? Prevention is Key Training and Education Assessments and Recommendations Consultation OSEH Can Help : OSEH Can Help Training and Education Monthly office ergonomics training Job areas as needed (e.g. custodians, food service workers, lab techs) Groups and individuals (on-site or OSEH offices) Slide13: Assessments and Recommendations Observe Job Tasks Interview Employee Note Environmental FactorsRecommendations may include…: Recommendations may include… Change in work behaviors Modification to the physical environment Trials of products/equipment/tools Reorganizing work elements and/or the flow of workSlide15: Consultation Partner with units to address ergonomics issues problem solving Conduct ergonomics walkthru’s Help you find effective products Search for low cost solutions Findings across campus… : Findings across campus… Forward Leaning: Forward LeaningBack Stress: Back StressBack Relief: Back Relief“C” Curve Lifting with the Back: “C” Curve Lifting with the BackMaintain the “S” Curve Lift with the Legs: Maintain the “S” Curve Lift with the Legs Awkward Postures : Awkward Postures Wait, wait. There’s more…: Wait, wait. There’s more…Computerized Workstation Elements: Computerized Workstation Elements Chair Surface Height Keyboard/Keyboard Platform Mouse Monitor/Glare Screen Document Holder Headset Footrest Wristrest You do not have the permission to view this presentation. In order to view it, please contact the author of the presentation.
FUN Pres OSEH Ergo 200203 Renzo Download Post to : URL : Related Presentations : Share Add to Flag Embed Email Send to Blogs and Networks Add to Channel Uploaded from authorPOINTLite Insert YouTube videos in PowerPont slides with aS Desktop Copy embed code: (To copy code, click on the text box) Embed: URL: Thumbnail: WordPress Embed Customize Embed The presentation is successfully added In Your Favorites. Views: 132 Category: Education License: All Rights Reserved Like it (0) Dislike it (0) Added: March 05, 2008 This Presentation is Public Favorites: 0 Presentation Description No description available. Comments Posting comment... By: Gramj (16 month(s) ago) Thank you for the informative slide share regarding ergonomics and occupational safety practices. Well done. http://www.ashasafety.com Saving..... Post Reply Close Saving..... Edit Comment Close Premium member Presentation Transcript Ergonomics at Michigan: Ergonomics at Michigan Occupational Safety and Environmental Health 3/28/02What is Ergonomics Anyway?: What is Ergonomics Anyway? The simple answer… Adapting the workplace and work tasks to the worker.The Value of Ergonomics : The Value of Ergonomics Safety Comfort Productivity What about Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs)?: What about Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs)? Chronic physical conditions that affect the tendons, ligaments, muscles, joints, nerves, and spinal discs. Can result in pain and discomfort, diminished strength, endurance, and flexibility. Seen everywhere around campus - labs, offices, Stores, resident halls, plant operations, etc. Signs and Symptoms of MSDs: Signs and Symptoms of MSDs Eyestrain Low Back Pain Shoulder Pain or Aching Neck Discomfort Pain in Elbows and Forearms Tingling, Numbness and Pain in Hands and Wrists Stiffness Fatigue StressPotential Risk Factors : Potential Risk Factors Awkward and Sustained Postures Forceful Exertion Repetitive Motion Contact Stress Vibration Typical Risky Work Behaviors: Typical Risky Work Behaviors Prolonged, awkward postures Sitting forward in the chair – no back support Extreme reaching Repetitive motions Feet unsupported and legs dangling Wrists bent Body resting against hard or sharp surface Worksurface too high or too lowMore Risky Work Behaviors…: More Risky Work Behaviors… Turning head to view screen Slouching (intentional poor posture) Head tilted toward the shoulder (“cradling” the receiver) while on the phone Head forward Inadequate leg room Inefficient work patterns Too long in one position (esp. sitting) Experience Ergonomics! : Experience Ergonomics! Test your level of awareness.What can be done about MSDs?: What can be done about MSDs? Prevention is Key Training and Education Assessments and Recommendations Consultation OSEH Can Help : OSEH Can Help Training and Education Monthly office ergonomics training Job areas as needed (e.g. custodians, food service workers, lab techs) Groups and individuals (on-site or OSEH offices) Slide13: Assessments and Recommendations Observe Job Tasks Interview Employee Note Environmental FactorsRecommendations may include…: Recommendations may include… Change in work behaviors Modification to the physical environment Trials of products/equipment/tools Reorganizing work elements and/or the flow of workSlide15: Consultation Partner with units to address ergonomics issues problem solving Conduct ergonomics walkthru’s Help you find effective products Search for low cost solutions Findings across campus… : Findings across campus… Forward Leaning: Forward LeaningBack Stress: Back StressBack Relief: Back Relief“C” Curve Lifting with the Back: “C” Curve Lifting with the BackMaintain the “S” Curve Lift with the Legs: Maintain the “S” Curve Lift with the Legs Awkward Postures : Awkward Postures Wait, wait. There’s more…: Wait, wait. There’s more…Computerized Workstation Elements: Computerized Workstation Elements Chair Surface Height Keyboard/Keyboard Platform Mouse Monitor/Glare Screen Document Holder Headset Footrest Wristrest