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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] Apparel Manufacturing Ergonomic Challenges : Resource Info
Final Report of ergonomics study of three apparel manufacturing plants

Baggage Handling [12649] Baggage Handling : Resource Info
Describes common hazards and possible solutions for baggage handling

Bench-top Heat-Shrink Application Device [22617] Bench-top Heat-Shrink Application Device : Resource Info
Replaced the standard heat gun with a device that employed resistance heat technology

Best Practices for Hospital Ergonomics [pdf] [6310] Best Practices for Hospital Ergonomics : Resource Info
A slide presentation

Casting Saw Automation [22614] Casting Saw Automation : Resource Info
Description of a case study that removed the operator from the cutting process

Class Projects [96] Class Projects : Resource Info
Ergonomics workstation evaluation reports - supermarket checkout station, library workstations, etc

Commercial Drycleaning Ergonomic Hazards [23349] Commercial Drycleaning Ergonomic Hazards : Resource Info
Control of Ergonomic Hazards in Commercial Drycleaning

Comparative Studies of Office Lighting [941] Comparative Studies of Office Lighting : Resource Info
Cornell University comparative studies of direct and indirect office lighting

Computer Ergonomics Success Stories [19245] Computer Ergonomics Success Stories : Resource Info
3 case studies that solved problems - includes photos

Computer Users & Electric Height Adjustable Worksurfaces [6309] Computer Users & Electric Height Adjustable Worksurfaces : Resource Info
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] Control of Ergonomic Hazards from Squeegee Handles in Screen-Printing Industry : Resource Info
Hazard control guidelines from NIOSH on squeegee hazards in the screenprinting industry

Creative, Low Cost Ergonomic Solutions [27030] Creative, Low Cost Ergonomic Solutions : Resource Info
Solutions for reducing repetitive stress for a variety of tasks

CUergo Reports [2071] CUergo Reports : Resource Info
Download reports from Cornell University - office ergonomics, school ergonomics, hotel ergonomics

Deburring Metal Parts [27027] Deburring Metal Parts : Resource Info
A case study of solutions for reducing repetitive motion stress when deburring metal parts

Ergonomic Audit and Back Injury Assessment of Custodial Staff [2195] Ergonomic Audit and Back Injury Assessment of Custodial Staff : Resource Info
A systematic audit of postural risks, poor tool design, and unsafe work practices

Ergonomic Intervention for the Soft Drink Beverage Delivery Industry [6221] Ergonomic Intervention for the Soft Drink Beverage Delivery Industry : Resource Info
1996 NIOSH publication on ergonomics in soft drink beverage delivery industry

Ergonomic Interventions in the Building, Repair, and Dismantling of Ships [18366] Ergonomic Interventions in the Building, Repair, and Dismantling of Ships : Resource Info
NIOSH ergonomics study of the shipbuilding industry

Ergonomic Management Software & Work Performance [19237] Ergonomic Management Software & Work Performance : Resource Info
20 page report on study of the use of ergonomic work pacing software

Ergonomic Redesign For Checkout Stations [2810] Ergonomic Redesign For Checkout Stations : Resource Info
Results of an ergonomics study of a supermarket checkout station

Ergonomic Risk Assessment for Navy Public Works Center [pdf] [27188] Ergonomic Risk Assessment for Navy Public Works Center : Resource Info
A study conducted in October, 2001

Ergonomic Risk Factors in Commercial Drycleaners [6236] Ergonomic Risk Factors in Commercial Drycleaners : Resource Info
NIOSH study on ergonomics in commercial drycleaning

Ergonomics and Driving [18972] Ergonomics and Driving : Resource Info
A considerable risk of chronic back injury results from vehicle and equipment driving

Ergonomics Best Practices for Industry [25767] Ergonomics Best Practices for Industry : Resource Info
A series of best practice documents for construction, healthcare, plastics, public employers

Ergonomics Best Practices in the Food-Processing Industry [pdf] [28393] Ergonomics Best Practices in the Food-Processing Industry : Resource Info
ideas for making practical ergonomic improvements

Updated Ergonomics Case Studies [11831] Ergonomics Case Studies : Resource Info
Series of case studies in ergonomics

Ergonomics Case Study: Six Sigma Methodology [28899] Ergonomics Case Study: Six Sigma Methodology : Resource Info
Using Six Sigma enables employers to develop program improvements based on measurement and analysis

Updated Ergonomics Ideas Bank [15267] Ergonomics Ideas Bank : Resource Info
A searchable collection of ideas for finding ways to fix hazards in your workplace

Ergonomics in the Workplace [35723] Ergonomics in the Workplace : Resource Info
A series of ergonomics fact sheets related to industrial, service industries and general industry

Ergonomics of Bus Driving [17030] Ergonomics of Bus Driving : Resource Info
Bus driver seat measurements and seat adjustment ranges

Ergonomics Papers [1574] Ergonomics Papers : Resource Info
CybErg 2002 conference papers (triennial conference the year prior to IEA Congress)

Ergonomics Research Studies [78] Ergonomics Research Studies : Resource Info
Variety of ergonomics research studies conducted at Cornell University

Ergonomics Risk Assessment Reports [27187] Ergonomics Risk Assessment Reports : Resource Info
A series of ergonomic assessments conducted on various US military facilities

Ergonomics Solutions: Beverage Delivery [8436] Ergonomics Solutions: Beverage Delivery : Resource Info
Describes ergonomic hazards and possible solutions for workers in the Beverage Delivery Industry

ErgoWeb Case Studies [960] ErgoWeb Case Studies : Resource Info
Real life ergonomics case studies

Furniture Industry Ergonomics Program [pdf] [29336] Furniture Industry Ergonomics Program : Resource Info
A guidance document to implement best practices in ergonomics in the furniture industry

Furniture Industry Ergonomics Research Study [14125] Furniture Industry Ergonomics Research Study : Resource Info
Identification of problem jobs with solution development

Furniture Industry Voluntary Ergonomics Guideline [29335] Furniture Industry Voluntary Ergonomics Guideline : Resource Info
Best practices ergonomics program

Grocery Warehousing [17433] Grocery Warehousing : Resource Info
Ergonomic hazards and solutions related to grocery warehousing

Hotel Ergonomics [2169] Hotel Ergonomics : Resource Info
Case study of the hotel worker's environment

Human Factors and Process Safety Management [16881] Human Factors and Process Safety Management : Resource Info
Case studies on human factors and PSM

Lead Protection in the Workplace [20540] Lead Protection in the Workplace : Resource Info
Lead Exposure Prevention Strategies

Mining and Ergonomics [28952] Mining and Ergonomics : Resource Info
Methods to minimize manual materials handling injuries in mining

NIOSH Ergonomics Health Hazard Evaluations [962] NIOSH Ergonomics Health Hazard Evaluations : Resource Info
Case studies of a shoe company, a grocery warehouse, a cabinet company, etc.

NIOSH Investigations of WMSDs in Work Settings [9445] NIOSH Investigations of WMSDs in Work Settings : Resource Info
NIOSH conducted SIC evaluation of job tasks and recommended ergonomic control measures

Occupations and Workplaces [8378] Occupations and Workplaces : Resource Info
Reducing the risk factors for RMIs by industry group

OR-OSHA Worksite Redesign Final Reports [22618] OR-OSHA Worksite Redesign Final Reports : Resource Info
1995-2001 program provided grants to employers to address ergonomic problems

Packaging Industry Ergonomic Interventions [pdf] [29897] Packaging Industry Ergonomic Interventions : Resource Info
Ergonomic study on a packaging line for powdery and granular construction materials

Printing Industry Ergonomics [28850] Printing Industry Ergonomics : Resource Info
Potential hazards and possible ergonomic solutions for tasks involved with offset printing

Removing Decals & Ergonomics [27029] Removing Decals & Ergonomics : Resource Info
A solution for reducing repetitive stress when removing decals

Research Studies, Literature Reviews - Musculoskeletal Problems [11814] Research Studies, Literature Reviews - Musculoskeletal Problems : Resource Info
Ergonomics research studies in French - a few in English

Ribbon Tying & Ergonomics [27028] Ribbon Tying & Ergonomics : Resource Info
A solution for reducing repetitive stress when tying ribbons

Semiconductors: Ergonomic Stressors on Process Tool Maintenance & Utilization [13321] Semiconductors:  Ergonomic Stressors on Process Tool Maintenance & Utilization : Resource Info
Study identified the most significant physical stressors associated with front-end tool maintenance

Sewing and Related Procedures [17437] Sewing and Related Procedures : Resource Info
Example ergonomics solutions specific to sewing

Sewing Station [17444] Sewing Station : Resource Info
Design considerations for an ergonomically correct sewing station

SHARP Ergonomics Studies [3859] SHARP Ergonomics Studies : Resource Info
Summaries of ergonomics reports completed in the state of Washington

Shipyards - Ergonomics Guidelines [pdf] [33608] Shipyards - Ergonomics Guidelines : Resource Info
provides practical recommendations to help reduce the number and severity of musculoskeletal disorders in the workplace

Tactical Displays for Soldiers: Human Factors Considerations [3901] Tactical Displays for Soldiers: Human Factors Considerations : Resource Info
Helmet-mounted display technology human factors considerations

United Kingdom: Ergonomics & Manual Handling [23714] United Kingdom: Ergonomics & Manual Handling : Resource Info
MSD in the workplace - prevention and management

US Postal Services Ergonomics Practices [31341] US Postal Services Ergonomics Practices : Resource Info
Describes the overall ergonomics process and ten task interventions taken by the US Postal Service

Woodshop Tilting Stacker [22613] Woodshop Tilting Stacker : Resource Info
Worked with a material handling equipment vendor to have a modified lifting/tilting stacker constructed




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