Working with the torso bent or twisted is a common ergonomic risk factor that may increase the the risk of injury to the shoulder, neck and upper back.
When the torso is bent forward or to the side, the weight of the upper body must be supported, as well as any other objects held in the hands. Employees who must work for prolonged periods of time in a bent-at-the-waist posture put significant strain on the back even if they are not lifting significant weight.
The design of the workplace should fit the variety of employees' shapes and sizes and provide support for the completion of different tasks.
Different tasks require different work surface heights, for example, a work surface height for precision work should be between 95 cm and 120 cm, light work between 85 cm and 110 cm and heavy work between 65 cm and 95 cm.
AirCHECK makes use of recognised workplace assessment methodologies to accurately identify and prioritise ergonomic risk factors in the workplace, as well as offer practical, easy to implement, ergonomic interventions to eliminate, reduce and / or control the risk of injury presented to employees.
Contact us today or visit our website at www.aircheck-aia.co.za for more information on our scope of services.
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