Ergonomics

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   Poultry and Meatpacking Worker Safety

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   Disclaimer

   • This material was produced under grant number SH-29660-SH6 from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor. It does not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the U.S. Department of Labor, nor does mention of trade names, commercial products, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.
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   Introduction to Ergonomics

   • Learn the proper use of equipment, tools, and machine controls;
   • Recognize early symptoms of MSDs and the importance of early reporting ; Learn the procedures for reporting work-related injuries and illnesses
   • Learn about the company’s ergonomics process;
   • Learn how to identify ergonomic risk factors;
   • Learn the process for reporting ergonomic concerns. io
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   What is Ergonomics

   • It is the study of work
   • It is a way to make jobs/tasks fit the employees better
   • It is a way to make work easier
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   Fitting the Job to the Worker

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   Fitting the Job to the worker

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   Making jobs easier

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   Making jobs easier

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   Environmental Factors that can make jobs can more difficult

   • Poor Lighting
   • Adequate Lighting
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    Environmental Factors that can make jobs can more difficult

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    How does ergonomics affect you?

    • It can help you do work safely
    • It can make you more comfortable
    • It can prevent injuries
    • It can result in decreased mistakes and rework
    • Decreased turnover
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    What can you do to help?

    • Be aware of what is happening in your work area
    • Go to your supervisor with questions or concerns
    • Think about how you would improve your workplace and share your ideas with the safety team
    • Report any symptoms to supervisor or safety people
    • Be a team player
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    Early Identification of Problems

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    What is an ergonomic related injury or disorder?

    • Nerves
    • Tendons
    • Muscles
    • Ligaments
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    Why do these types of injuries occur?

    • Injuries can result from working incorrectly
    • Bad workstation design
    • Not adjusting the m achines/stands properly
    • Bad tool design
    • Employees try to do things their bodies can’t
    • Work too fast, hard, long or in a bad posture
    • Pick up an object that is too heavy
    • Don’t use proper lifting or cutting technique
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    What areas of the body are most often affected?

    • Hands
    • Arms
    • Backs
    • Shoulders
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    What are the signs and symptoms of these types of injuries?

    • Aching
    • Burning
    • Pain
    • Numbness
    • Soreness
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    How to report problems

    • Report pain or discomfort to your supervisor or facility nurse
    • The sooner the better
    • Tell them:
    • When you first noticed the pain
    • How long it has lasted
    • When it is the worst
    • What part of the body hurts
    • What job you were doing
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    Medical Treatment

    • If the nurse or doctor does give you treatment or restrictions follow it.
    • If they tell you to only lift 10 lbs, don’t lift anything more than that.
    • Follow the treatment or restrictions away from work also.
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    How do we stay away from problems?

    • Learn to recognize risk factors
    • Adjust your workstation properly
    • Use proper technique for lifting, cutting, etc.
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    Risk Factors and Solutions

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    Risk Factors

    • Force
    • Awkward Postures
    • Repetition
    • Temperature
    • Vibration
    • Contact Stress
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    Risk Factors - Force

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    Risk Factors – Force

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    Risk Factors - Force

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    Risk Factors – Force

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    Risk Factors - Force

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    Risk Factors - Force Solutions

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    Risk Factors - Force Solutions

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    Risk Factors - Force Solutions

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    Risk Factors - Force Solutions

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    Risk Factors - Force Solutions

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    Risk Factors - Awkward Postures

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    Risk Factors - Awkward Postures

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    Risk Factors - Awkward Postures

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    Risk Factors - Awkward Postures

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    Risk Factors - Awkward Postures

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    Risk Factors - Awkward Postures

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    Risk Factors - Awkward Postures

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    Risk Factors - Awkward Postures

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    Risk Factors - Awkward Postures

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    Risk Factors - Awkward Postures

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    Risk Factors - Awkward Postures

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    Risk Factors - Awkward Postures

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    Risk Factors - Awkward Postures

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    Risk Factors - Awkward Postures

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    Risk Factors - Posture Solutions

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    Risk Factors - Posture Solutions

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    Risk Factors - Posture Solutions

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    Risk Factors - Posture Solutions

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    Risk Factors - Repetition

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    Risk Factors – Repetition

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    Risk Factors – Repetition Solutions

    • Job Rotation
    • Job Enlargement
    • Micro Breaks and Rest Pauses
    • Slow down
    • Add more people
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    Risk Factors - Temperature

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    Risk Factors – Temperature

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    Risk Factors - Contact Stress

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    Risk Factors - Contact Stress Solution

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    Risk Factors - Contact Stress

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    Risk Factors -

    • Contact Stress Solutions
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    What can you do to help?

    • Be aware of what is happening in your work area
    • Go to your supervisor with questions or concerns
    • Think about how you would improve your workplace and tools and share your ideas with the safety team
    • Report any symptoms to supervisor or safety people
    • Be a team player
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    What do you need to know?

    • Learn the proper use of equipment, tools, and machine controls;
    • Recognize early symptoms of MSDs and the importance of early reporting ;
    • Learn the procedures for reporting work-related injuries and illnesses
    • Learn about the company’s safety/ergonomics process;
    • Learn how to identify ergonomic risk factors; and
    • Learn the process for reporting ergonomic concerns and providing feedback to the employer.
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    What do you need to know?

    • Proper care, use, sharpening and handling techniques for knives and scissors;
    • Use of any special tools and devices;
    • Use of safety equipment, including personal protective equipment (PPE), as it relates to MSD prevention (such as the proper fit of gloves);
    • Use of proper lifting techniques and lifting devices; and
    • Use of ergonomic stands and platforms