Cumulative Trauma Disorders (CTDs) Cumulative Trauma Disorders (CTDs), also called repetitive strain injuries or work-related musculoskeletal disorders, can develop when muscles, tendons, nerves, and joints are repeatedly exposed to stress without...
Personal Ergonomics – Preventing Musculoskeletal Injuries Personal ergonomics means fitting the job, tools, equipment, and work environment to the worker. Good ergonomics can reduce physical stress on muscles, tendons, nerves, joints,...
Office Safety – Recognizing Potential Hazards Office safety begins with recognizing potential hazards before they cause an injury. Offices may appear relatively safe, but falls, poor housekeeping, unsafe storage, improper lifting,...
Back Care: You Can Make a Difference! Back injuries are among the most common workplace injuries. They can occur suddenly while lifting a heavy object or develop gradually from repetitive lifting,...
Ergonomics Ergonomics is the science of fitting the job to the worker rather than forcing the worker to adapt to poorly designed tasks, tools, equipment, or workstations. Applying ergonomic principles can...
Computer Workstation Ergonomics Computers are an essential part of many jobs, but spending long periods at a computer workstation can contribute to muscle fatigue, discomfort, and musculoskeletal disorders. Poor posture, repetitive...
Landscaping Safety Landscaping safety requires awareness of the hazards associated with powered equipment, chemicals, electrical sources, outdoor conditions, lifting, and working at heights. Inspect the work area and equipment before beginning...
Motion Injury Prevention – General Safety Motion injury prevention starts with thinking about how everyday movements, lifting techniques, posture, and repetitive tasks affect the body. Poor body mechanics or repeatedly performing...
Office Safety Practices – Preventing Everyday Injuries Office safety practices are important because even routine office activities can result in injuries when hazards are overlooked. Slips and trips, poor housekeeping, improper...
Changing Crops During Drought Drought conditions can require agricultural operations to change crops, irrigation systems, equipment, chemicals, work practices, and harvesting methods. Whenever crops or agricultural processes change, employers should evaluate...