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Ergonomic Solutions for Preventing Back Disorders and Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome

This presentation focuses on the prevention of back disorders and Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome, which arise from operating vibrating machinery, especially in cold and damp conditions. Emphasizing workplace safety, it outlines effective strategies to minimize back injuries, such as using mechanical aids, proper lifting techniques, and ergonomic equipment. Employers are encouraged to implement awareness programs, analyze hazards, and adopt solutions that promote employee well-being. Key interventions include using proper tools, maintaining equipment, and encouraging exercises that strengthen relevant muscle groups.

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Ergonomic Solutions for Preventing Back Disorders and Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome

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  1. ERGONOMICS II Funded by the Netherlands embassy , Ankara, Turkey

  2. 1 2 3 Back disorders Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome Ergonomic Solutions Content

  3. Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome *Caused by operating vibrating machinery *Especially in cold, damp weather Reynaud’s Phenomenon - “White Finger”

  4. Back Disorders

  5. Back Injuries are the Nation’s #1 Workplace Safety Problem

  6. Prevent Back Injuries • Avoid lifting and bending whenever you can • Place objects up off the floor • Raise/lower shelves. • Use carts and dollies

  7. Prevent Back Injuries • Use cranes, hoists, lift tables, and other lift-assist devices wheneveryou can • Test the weight of an object before lifting by picking up a corner • Get help if it’s too heavy for you to lift it alone

  8. Things You Can Do • Minimize back problems by exercises that tone the muscles in back, hips and thighs

  9. Employer Should: Begin an employee awareness education program Analyze the workplace for hazards Reduce any hazards they find

  10. A FEW SOLUTIONS... • Reduce manual material handling • Pre-Plan material drops • Utilize material handling equipment • Keep materials in “neutral zone” • Equipment • Use the right tool for the job • Evaluate new tools for ergonomics • Keep sharp & in good repair • Use vibration dampening tools / gloves • Reduce Duration • Mini-breaks • Multi-task • Employee rotation/job share

  11. POSTURE is Solutions"

  12. ERGONOMIC SOLUTIONS PROPER ALIGNMENT "

  13. Solution: Orientation to Work Surface

  14. Solution: Orientation to Work Surface

  15. Heavy Lifting

  16. Photos used in this presentation were taken from The presentation of David Ellsworth *Edmonds Community College- The course supported from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor.

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