Whole-body vibration and postural stress among operators of construction equipment: a literature review

Article Abstract:

Exposure to whole-body vibration and awkward posture among operators of mobile equipment is discussed. Operating engineers (OEs) who are exposed to important factors for the development of musculoskelatal disorders are: whole-body vibration and non-neutral body postures. In order to understand whole-body vibration and postural stress a further discussion is done to evaluate the risk factors among OEs.

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A research model-forecasting incident rates from optimized safety program intervention strategies

Article Abstract:

The results of research done to develop analytical models to forecast the incident rates are illustrated. It is found that these models potentially have powerful implications as a business-planning tool for human resource allocation and for designing an optimized safety and health intervention program to minimize incidents.

Science & research, Research, Work-related injuries, Work related injuries

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Production supervisor impacts on subordinates' safety outcomes: an investigation of leader-member exchange and safety communication

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The role of supervisors' leadership on the behavior and occupational safety of subordinates in manufacturing industries is discussed.

Management dynamics, Personnel administration, Management, Manufacturing industry, Manufacturing industries, Human resource management, Company business management, Company personnel management, Supervisors, Employee attitudes, Employees

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