Training on hand tools, including items such as how to select the proper tool, dangers of using incorrect tools, and maintenance of tools – includes...
Training on the impact of vibration on the musculoskeletal system, how to select tools that reduce impact and other ways to reduce vibration – incl...
A checklist of things to be aware of when using portable power tools such as hazard identification, selection, work practices and guarding. Includes i...
A checklist on hand tools, including items such as hazard identification, selection and inspection. Part of a collection. Click on the 'collection' bu...
A checklist for hand/arm vibration including items such as hazard identification, medical monitoring, training and tool design. Part of a collection....
Describes several workers who suffered debilitating diseases but have been unable to get workers’ comp in Texas. Part of a collection. Click on the...
A newspaper article talking about a worker who spent 32 years installing carpet, linoleum, tile and parquet floors and now is permanently disabled fro...
Discusses the conflict that often arises between protecting workers via strong regulations and dealing with large construction firms who oppose the re...
Report on the results of a study of the prevalence of musculoskeletal problems among masons and their perceived discomfort using different working pos...
Presents the results of a study in which a two-hour ergonomics and body conditioning training module was presented to construction workers on a large...