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Over 40 resources of real-life ergonomic case studies. Examples of studies: Offices - computer workstation evaluations, keyboard & mouse use studies, direct & indirect office lighting, etc. Others - handling ladders, analysis of custodial work, work at a dairy, hand truck delivery, warehouse carrying, etc. Industry specific cases. RMI studies. Reducing the risk factors for RMIs by industry group.
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Apparel Manufacturing Ergonomic Challenges [17438] 
Final Report of ergonomics study of three apparel manufacturing plants
Final Report of ergonomics study of three apparel manufacturing plants
Bench-top Heat-Shrink Application Device [22617]
Replaced the standard heat gun with a device that employed resistance heat technology
Replaced the standard heat gun with a device that employed resistance heat technology
Casting Saw Automation [22614]
Description of a case study that removed the operator from the cutting process
Description of a case study that removed the operator from the cutting process
Class Projects [96]
Ergonomics workstation evaluation reports - supermarket checkout station, library workstations, etc
Ergonomics workstation evaluation reports - supermarket checkout station, library workstations, etc
Commercial Drycleaning Ergonomic Hazards [23349]
Control of Ergonomic Hazards in Commercial Drycleaning
Control of Ergonomic Hazards in Commercial Drycleaning
Comparative Studies of Office Lighting [941]
Cornell University comparative studies of direct and indirect office lighting
Cornell University comparative studies of direct and indirect office lighting
Computer Users & Electric Height Adjustable Worksurfaces [6309]
Effects of an Electric Height-Adjustable Worksurface on Self-Assessed Musculoskeletal Discomfort and Productivity
Effects of an Electric Height-Adjustable Worksurface on Self-Assessed Musculoskeletal Discomfort and Productivity
Control of Ergonomic Hazards from Squeegee Handles in Screen-Printing Industry [608]
Hazard control guidelines from NIOSH on squeegee hazards in the screenprinting industry
Hazard control guidelines from NIOSH on squeegee hazards in the screenprinting industry
Creative, Low Cost Ergonomic Solutions [27030]
Solutions for reducing repetitive stress for a variety of tasks
Solutions for reducing repetitive stress for a variety of tasks
CUergo Reports [2071]
Download reports from Cornell University - office ergonomics, school ergonomics, hotel ergonomics
Download reports from Cornell University - office ergonomics, school ergonomics, hotel ergonomics
Deburring Metal Parts [27027]
A case study of solutions for reducing repetitive motion stress when deburring metal parts
A case study of solutions for reducing repetitive motion stress when deburring metal parts
Ergonomic Audit and Back Injury Assessment of Custodial Staff [2195]
A systematic audit of postural risks, poor tool design, and unsafe work practices
A systematic audit of postural risks, poor tool design, and unsafe work practices
Ergonomic Intervention for the Soft Drink Beverage Delivery Industry [6221]
1996 NIOSH publication on ergonomics in soft drink beverage delivery industry
1996 NIOSH publication on ergonomics in soft drink beverage delivery industry
Ergonomic Interventions in the Building, Repair, and Dismantling of Ships [18366]
NIOSH ergonomics study of the shipbuilding industry
NIOSH ergonomics study of the shipbuilding industry
Ergonomic Management Software & Work Performance [19237]
20 page report on study of the use of ergonomic work pacing software
20 page report on study of the use of ergonomic work pacing software
Ergonomic Redesign For Checkout Stations [2810]
Results of an ergonomics study of a supermarket checkout station
Results of an ergonomics study of a supermarket checkout station
Ergonomic Risk Factors in Commercial Drycleaners [6236]
NIOSH study on ergonomics in commercial drycleaning
NIOSH study on ergonomics in commercial drycleaning
Ergonomics and Driving [18972]
A considerable risk of chronic back injury results from vehicle and equipment driving
A considerable risk of chronic back injury results from vehicle and equipment driving
Ergonomics Best Practices for Industry [25767]
A series of best practice documents for construction, healthcare, plastics, public employers
A series of best practice documents for construction, healthcare, plastics, public employers
Ergonomics Best Practices in the Food-Processing Industry ![[pdf]](graphics/file_pdf.gif)
[28393]
ideas for making practical ergonomic improvements
[28393] ideas for making practical ergonomic improvements
Ergonomics Case Study: Six Sigma Methodology [28899]
Using Six Sigma enables employers to develop program improvements based on measurement and analysis
Using Six Sigma enables employers to develop program improvements based on measurement and analysis
Ergonomics Ideas Bank [15267] A searchable collection of ideas for finding ways to fix hazards in your workplace
Ergonomics in the Workplace [35723]
A series of ergonomics fact sheets related to industrial, service industries and general industry
A series of ergonomics fact sheets related to industrial, service industries and general industry
Ergonomics Papers [1574]
CybErg 2002 conference papers (triennial conference the year prior to IEA Congress)
CybErg 2002 conference papers (triennial conference the year prior to IEA Congress)
Ergonomics Research Studies [78]
Variety of ergonomics research studies conducted at Cornell University
Variety of ergonomics research studies conducted at Cornell University
Ergonomics Risk Assessment Reports [27187]
A series of ergonomic assessments conducted on various US military facilities
A series of ergonomic assessments conducted on various US military facilities
Ergonomics Solutions: Beverage Delivery [8436]
Describes ergonomic hazards and possible solutions for workers in the Beverage Delivery Industry
Describes ergonomic hazards and possible solutions for workers in the Beverage Delivery Industry
Furniture Industry Ergonomics Program [29336]
A guidance document to implement best practices in ergonomics in the furniture industry
[29336] A guidance document to implement best practices in ergonomics in the furniture industry
Furniture Industry Ergonomics Research Study [14125]
Identification of problem jobs with solution development
Identification of problem jobs with solution development
NIOSH Ergonomics Health Hazard Evaluations [962]
Case studies of a shoe company, a grocery warehouse, a cabinet company, etc.
Case studies of a shoe company, a grocery warehouse, a cabinet company, etc.
NIOSH Investigations of WMSDs in Work Settings [9445]
NIOSH conducted SIC evaluation of job tasks and recommended ergonomic control measures
NIOSH conducted SIC evaluation of job tasks and recommended ergonomic control measures
OR-OSHA Worksite Redesign Final Reports [22618]
1995-2001 program provided grants to employers to address ergonomic problems
1995-2001 program provided grants to employers to address ergonomic problems
Packaging Industry Ergonomic Interventions [29897]
Ergonomic study on a packaging line for powdery and granular construction materials
[29897] Ergonomic study on a packaging line for powdery and granular construction materials
Printing Industry Ergonomics [28850]
Potential hazards and possible ergonomic solutions for tasks involved with offset printing
Potential hazards and possible ergonomic solutions for tasks involved with offset printing
Research Studies, Literature Reviews - Musculoskeletal Problems [11814]
Ergonomics research studies in French - a few in English
Ergonomics research studies in French - a few in English
Semiconductors: Ergonomic Stressors on Process Tool Maintenance & Utilization [13321]
Study identified the most significant physical stressors associated with front-end tool maintenance
Study identified the most significant physical stressors associated with front-end tool maintenance
SHARP Ergonomics Studies [3859]
Summaries of ergonomics reports completed in the state of Washington
Summaries of ergonomics reports completed in the state of Washington
Shipyards - Ergonomics Guidelines [33608]
provides practical recommendations to help reduce the number and severity of musculoskeletal disorders in the workplace
[33608] provides practical recommendations to help reduce the number and severity of musculoskeletal disorders in the workplace
Tactical Displays for Soldiers: Human Factors Considerations [3901]
Helmet-mounted display technology human factors considerations
Helmet-mounted display technology human factors considerations
United Kingdom: Ergonomics & Manual Handling [23714]
MSD in the workplace - prevention and management
MSD in the workplace - prevention and management
US Postal Services Ergonomics Practices [31341]
Describes the overall ergonomics process and ten task interventions taken by the US Postal Service
Describes the overall ergonomics process and ten task interventions taken by the US Postal Service
Woodshop Tilting Stacker [22613]
Worked with a material handling equipment vendor to have a modified lifting/tilting stacker constructed
Worked with a material handling equipment vendor to have a modified lifting/tilting stacker constructed
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