Dutch Musculoskeletal Questionnaire: description and basic qualities

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Research indicates that the Dutch Musculoskeletal Questionnaire is a useful tool for gauging physiologic stress among groups of workers. The 63-question survey consists of seven indices, including repetitive load, dynamic and static load, vibration, force, climatic factors and ergonomic factors, for addressing sitting, standing, walking and uncomfortable postures.

Health aspects, Statistical Data Included, Methods, Evaluation, Medical examination, Disability evaluation, Health surveys, Movement (Physiology), Human mechanics

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Musculoskeletal symptoms and workload in 12 branches of Dutch agriculture

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Risk factors associated with musculoskeletal symptoms and workload were studied for Dutch agricultural workers and employers. Low-back pain, neck-shoulder and elbow problems were the most prevalent symptoms in different farm work. Arboriculture and protective vegetable growing pose high risks and musculoskeletal morbidity.

Agriculture, Injuries, Physiological aspects

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Enhancing the impact of ergonomics interventions

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A study is conducted to provide recommendations for ergonomists involved in project design and evaluation. Twelve research and consultancy projects involving ergonomics interventions in a variety of settings in The Netherlands are analyzed to identify factors important to success.

Legal issues & crime, Government regulation (cont), Government regulation, Health Care and Social Assistance, HEALTH SERVICES, Employee Health & Safety, Legal/Government Regulation, Usage, Laws, regulations and rules, Occupational health and safety, Occupational safety and health, Influence, Ergonomics, Ergonomic aid

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