What is Ergonomics?
Ergonomics applies the knowledge of a human’s capabilities and limitations to the design of workplaces, workstations, tasks, tools, equipment, and the work environment as a whole. Ergonomics is essentially fitting the workplace to the worker.
The primary goal of ergonomics in the workplace is to reduce the risk of a work-related musculoskeletal disorder (WMSD) by reducing or eliminating worker exposure to hazards which promote a WMSD.
Please take a few minutes to view the attached Power Point which covers proper ergonomics when lifting and carrying, maneuvering book carts, shelving, and overall work organization.
Ergonomics applies the knowledge of a human’s capabilities and limitations to the design of workplaces, workstations, tasks, tools, equipment, and the work environment as a whole. Ergonomics is essentially fitting the workplace to the worker.
The primary goal of ergonomics in the workplace is to reduce the risk of a work-related musculoskeletal disorder (WMSD) by reducing or eliminating worker exposure to hazards which promote a WMSD.
Please take a few minutes to view the attached Power Point which covers proper ergonomics when lifting and carrying, maneuvering book carts, shelving, and overall work organization.
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Library Ergonomics power point.ppt
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Library Ergonomics power point.ppt
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