September 14, 2015
Failing Auto Industry a Warning to U.S. Manufacturers
The auto industry bailout is in peril and may be beyond saving. The demand by…
September 14, 2015
Human Factors Affect Push-Pull Equipment Design
Humans come in all shapes and sizes. And that's the challenge in designing safe, effective…
September 14, 2015
2009 Ends on Material Handling High Note
2009 seemed like the year that would never end. For manufacturers, the bad news just…
September 14, 2015
Ergonomics Should Drive Injury-Reduction Plan
Today we continue our September 15 post on developing a proactive plan to reduce costly…
September 14, 2015
OSHA Could Stiffen Penalties
OSHA could levy tough consequences on employers who ignore worker safety if Congress passes legislation…
September 14, 2015
Anatomy of Push-Pull Tasks: Placing the Body at Risk
Pushing and pulling tasks are daily life occurrences, particularly, in the workplace. Because of the…
September 14, 2015
MHIA Funds Distribution Ergonomics Research
The Material Handling Industry of America (MHIA) has awarded a $50,000 research grant to Ohio…
September 14, 2015
Ergonomics Can Help Decrease OSHA Reporting
One way to keep your company out of OSHA's crosshairs (see our previous post) is…
September 14, 2015
Material Handling Industry Moving to Clean, Green Electric Carts
"Cleaner, greener, smarter." That's how John Teresko characterized the material handling industry's shift to electric…
September 14, 2015
Battery Powered Tugger Reduces Injury at Food Processing Plant
At a major food processing plant, workers had to manually push heavy meat carts to maneuver…
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…