Follow these tips for a clean bill of ergonomic health

Article Abstract:

The OSHA conducts announced or unannounced inspections at work sites to determine if a company has ergonomic problems. Inspections are led by an OSHA compliance officer, who will require companies to present records of employee injuries, illnesses and worker's compensation claims due to musculoskeletal disorders. The OSHA may also instruct an outside consultant to conduct a detailed analysis of the ergonomics situation of the work site. OSHA will issue citations and penalties to any company that has been found lacking the safety measures required by the administration.

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Make ergonomics work for you

Article Abstract:

Business enterprises should initiate a thorough ergonomics program to avoid the harsh penalties proposed by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration and the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission. Both agencies have expressed a growing concern over musculoskeletal injuries and their treatment. Firms are carefully examining ergonomic strategies that can prevent cumulative-trauma disorders, improve safety and productivity at the workplace, and maintain health and safety standards.

United States. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

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How to prepare for an OSHA ergonomics inspection

Article Abstract:

The best way to prepare for an ergonomics inspection by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is to implement a good ergonomics program as soon as possible. Cumulative trauma disorders, back injuries and upper extremity injuries are the most common work-related injuries and should be addressed in many companies. The OSHA's expectations and inspection and reporting protocols as well as the consultation programs that it provides to interested companies are described.

Prevention, Occupational diseases

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