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Ergonomics An Overview [Name] , [Title] [Company] [Address] T: [Main Telephone] DD: [Direct Phone] E: [Email] Ergonomics | 2 Ergonomics Overview Ergonomics is the science of fitting the job to the worker. Designing work stations and tools to reduce work-related musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) can help workers stay healthy and companies to reduce or eliminate the high costs associated with MSDs. Who is Covered? There are no specific Ergonomics regulations, although OSHA will continue to cite ergonomic injuries under the General Duty Clause of the Occupational Safety and Health Act, Section 5. All employees are covered by OSHA under this section. Causes of MSDs Prolonged exposure to ergonomic risk factors can cause MSDs. Conditions likely to cause MSD problems include: Exerting excessive force. Excessive repetition of movements that can irritate tendons and increase pressure on nerves. Awkward postures, or unsupported positions that stretch physical limits, can compress nerves and irritate tendons.
Ergonomics Overview Ergonomics is the science of fitting the job to the worker. Designing work stations and tools to reduce work-related musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) can help workers stay healthy and companies to reduce or eliminate
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