September 14, 2015
Risk Factors Linked to Pulling Tasks
Injuries from pushing and, particularly, pulling tasks cost U.S. businesses tens of billions of dollars…
September 14, 2015
Ergonomics Is Back on the Congressional Table
With the Democrats expected to control both the House and Senate come January, ergonomics is back…
September 14, 2015
Ergonomically Designed Equipment Can Help Employees Work More Efficiently
As we advance into the 21st century there will be more and more talk of…
September 14, 2015
How to Assess Your Ergonomic Material Handling Needs
Poorly designed workstations and task habits can result in serious health and injury problems for…
September 14, 2015
Ergonomics = Respect for Workers
Companies that value and respect their workers are proactive about ergonomics, said Peter Budnick, PH.D.,…
September 14, 2015
Use Handy Calculator to Determine Your Ergonomic Needs
In our last few posts we've been talking about the importance of ergonomics in creating…
September 14, 2015
Preventing Overexertion Injuries
Pushing, pulling and lifting are the three tasks most frequently performed by American workers. Overexertion…
September 14, 2015
Body Posture Plays Significant Role in Ergonomic Design
Body posture affects the amount of force that must be exerted to move and maneuver…
September 14, 2015
Ergonomic Products Will Lead Material Handling Gains in U.S.
The material handling industry is on the cusp of a major worldwide growth spurt. Increased…
September 14, 2015
Ergonomic Design Lowers Risk of Musculoskeletal Injury
Manual material handling (MMH) contributes to more than half a million musculoskeletal injuries a year…
September 14, 2015
Hospital Turns to DJ Products for Ergonomic Solutions
Respect for both its medical personnel and bottom line led a large California hospital to…
September 14, 2015
Back Strain in the Workplace
Only the common cold results in more lost work days than back strain. Overexertion is…
September 14, 2015
MHIA Launches New Overhead Group
With a plethora of fatal crane accidents peppering the news this year, crane and hoist…
September 14, 2015
Ergonomic Solutions Can Benefit Your Business
Ergonomic solutions are proven to decrease the incidence and severity of musculoskeletal injuries caused by…
September 14, 2015
New Race Car Pusher Zooms into Nascar Pits
You have to love Nascar. The roar of the engines, the flashing colors, the intense…
September 14, 2015
Moved Wheeled Equipment Safely with Powered Movers
Have wheels, will travel? This phrase may apply to people with cars but it does…
September 14, 2015
Ergonomic Design Reduces Equipment Injury Risk
In our last post, we discussed the results of a three-year study of musculoskeletal injury…
September 14, 2015
Lessons to be Learned from the Auto Industry Meltdown
The plight of the American automobile industry should serve as a cautionary tale for all…
September 14, 2015
The High Cost of Back Injuries
Despite safety procedures, workers will still try to lift and carry items that weigh between…
September 14, 2015
Your Turn to Talk: Where Do You Stand on Ergonomic Debate?
We've spent some time this week talking about the changing climate in Washington with regard…
September 14, 2015
Ergonomic Material Handling Solutions Improve Productivity
In our last post we talked about coming trends in warehousing. More companies are starting…
September 14, 2015
Shopping Cart Retriever Allows Retailers to Focus on Customers
During the holidays, they're particularly noticeable. The bundled up teens sloshing through the slush in…
September 14, 2015
Use Ergonomics to Improve Lifting Safety
Lifting and carrying are the two material handling tasks that result in the greatest number…
September 14, 2015
Practical Benefits of Ergonomics
For American industry and business, the practical benefits of ergonomics are multi-fold. Upgrading your business…
September 14, 2015
Ignoring Ergonomics Exacts High Financial Toll
In our last post, we noted that Michigan has proposed regulations that would mandate ergonomic…