Every week, we scour the internet for the best new OHS articles and resources (so you don’t have to), and share what we find in a “Best of the Week” post.

Ergonomics Articles

4 Ways to Avoid the Most Common Warehouse Incidents 
Employees working in a warehouse are exposed to a number of strenuous activities that can threaten their well-being. Check out this article on UL Workplace for the four most common warehouse incidents you can easily avoid to prevent injuries and increase workplace productivity.

Ergonomics Handbook for the Clothing Industry  
Injuries and muscle pain affecting the wrists, shoulders, neck and back are common problems for workers in the clothing industry. The purpose of this project was to look at conditions in the clothing industry to find out how these injuries start and how they can be prevented.

Working Safely With Video Display Terminals  
Along with this expanding use of VDTs have come reports about adverse health effects for VDT operators. To help inform employers and employees, this booklet from OSHA briefly examines the potential hazards and interventions employers can use to prevent or reduce the potential harmful effects of working with VDTs.

Warehouse Ergonomics: A Quick Guide
According to this article on Cisco-Eagle, research makes it clear that a program of ergonomic improvements can reduce physical demands and increase operational productivity. Aside from the obvious benefit of a healthier, less expensive workforce, a good ergonomics program can help you see ways to improve product placement, material flow, processes, and labor. It’s one of the easiest “win/win” scenarios around.

Should You Involve Team Members in the Ergonomics Process? Seven Ergonomics Experts Weigh In 
Have you been considering whether or not you should involve team members on the shop floor in the ergonomics process? Is it a good idea? Read this article to find out what seven ergonomics experts have to say on the subject.