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WELCOME TO SAFETY STANDDOWN DAY!!

OFFICE ERGONOMICS

INSTRUCTOR:Gregory A. Aiello Jr, ALCM

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THE STUDY OF DESIGNING THE JOB TO FIT THE PERSON

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What is Ergonomics?

Ergonomics is Greek for “the study of work." and it is the science of fitting the job to the worker. It is the solution to a host of physical problems brought about by over-exertion or repetitive stress.

This session is designed to help you set up your workstation and work habits in an ergonomically correct way to prevent pain and injury, in particular injuries associated with the computer workstation.

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Primary Risk Factors

Heavy lifting

Repetition motion

Extreme force

Contact stress

Awkward postures

Vibration

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Work Station Equipment...

Chair

Keyboard

Mouse

VDT Screen

Accessories

Posture

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Edgewood Employees in Action

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Accessories/Materials

Place materials within 16 inches of body

Keep within 90 degree arc from body center

Keep frequently used items handy

Place single pages next to the screen to avoid forward head/neck tilt

Stapler use

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Miscellaneous Issues (cont”d)

Watch pen/pencil grip

Scan with your eyes, not your head

Calculator use

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NON-OCCUPATIONAL RISK FACTORS

TYPING AT HOME KNITTING SEWING TENNIS GOLFING HANDBALL

RACKETBALL PREGNANCY DRIVING DRINKING SMOKING DIABETES

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