chapter 11 Flashcards
1
Q
what are the guidelines for hand tool designs
A
- fit the task
- Fit the user and hand
- not create injuries
2
Q
what are the 2 kinds of grip
A
power(hand makes a fist with the forefingers on one side and the thumb on the other) and precision grip
3
Q
when working, what are tissues you can injure
A
tendons, tendons sheathes, nerves, muscles, ligaments, veins and arteries, fascia, bones
4
Q
Absenteeism vs Presenteeism
A
absent from work due to illness
present at work but not fully functioning due to illness
5
Q
what percent of the population has a workplace msd?
A
20%
6
Q
what are some issues of MSD
A
- LOST WORKFORCE
- MEDICAL RESOURCES, SOCIAL COSTS
- LOST KNOWLEDGE
- RESOURCE COSTS
- PAIN AND SUFFERING
- FAMILY AND SOCIAL IMPACTS
- FINANCIAL LOSSES
7
Q
What are the causes of MSD
A
- Posture
- force
- Time
- Psychosocial aspects
