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Ergonomic Safety Information
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Neck and Indoors
- Avoid twisting and bent neck for extended while working
- Avoid working or lifting above shoulder level
- Avoid excessive reaching when able
- Reduce repetitive movements
Back
- Keep back straight when lifting or in bent positions
- Get help with excessive weight
- Use help with large or awkward shaped objects
- Stand and stretch when seated for an extended period of time
- Use caution for repetitive movements such as lifting, bending, pushing and pulling
Arms and Wrists
- Avoid excessive flexion and extension of wrist more than 15 to 20 degrees
- Keep elbows away from body while working
- Avoid contact to forearms and wrist
- Use proper glove with vibration tools
- Use caution with repetitive movements
Hands and Fingers
- Use correct tools for the job
- Use gloves with vibrating tools
- Avoid over excessive pressure on the palms and fingers
- Avoid hammering blows to the hand
- Avoid awkward postures
- Keep hands warm during cold temperatures
- Use caution with repetitive movements
Legs and Feet
- Avoid chairs that restrict circulation by compressing the hip and knee joints
- Use caution on any floors that do not adjust
- Avoid heavy contact stress with the workstation or other material
- Avoid standing on hard floors for an extended period of time
- Use caution on uneven or slippery floors
- Use caution with repetitive movements
Other
- Use protection against excessive noise
- Use proper lighting
- Avoid excessive temperatures (Hot or Cold )
- Always check and maintain the proper equipment
- Be sure to get the proper training
Phone
1-800-646-5346 Toll Free
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Fax
1-325-646-3790
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Email
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