human factors and ergonomics and manual handling Flashcards
what are human factors
environmental, job and organisational factors, and human and individual characteristics which influence behaviour at work in a way that could effect health adn safety
cosiderations to be made in ergonomics
the job being done and the demands of or on the worker
- the equipment being used (small, large, heavy, shape and approopriatness for the teask)
- the information used (presented, accessed , reviewed
physical aspects of ergonomic environment
body size and shape
fitness and strength
posture
the senses
stresses and strains
why ergonomics should be included
-reduces the potential for accidents and injuries taking place, reduces potential for ill health and injuries, improves performance and productivity
Work related upper limb disorders WRULDs
repetitive movement associated with chronic incapacitated forearm pain and disabiltiy. affects all tissues of the muskoloskeletal system of the upper limbs
examples of work related upper limb disorders WRULDs
bursitis, carpal tunnel, epicondylitis, tension neck/shoudler, ganglion
how to identify ergonomic issues
- talk to staff and seek their views and opinions
- look at accident reports and examine circumstances surrounding frequent injuries and errors
- assess work systems
- recording and looking at sickensss absnce , staff turnover levels
activities used to define manual handling by the EU
lifting, holding, putting down, pull or push and carry or moving load
WRMSD meaning
work related muskoloskeletal disorders
injuries and conditions of manual handling
rheumatism (stress on the spine, muscles , joints and ligaments)
slipped disk/ prolapsed disc (displaced intervertebral disc)
hernia (protrusion of an organ from one compartment into anoher)
muscle and ligament strain
how can manual handling affect workers health
cumulative disorders that involve gradual deterioation fo muksoloskeletal system
and acute trauma like cuts or fractures
risk factors that increase the possibility of injury
load, task , environment and the individual
preventative measures for manual handling
-elimination: powered machines to do your job
- technical measures: using supporting devices like hoists or trolleys
- organisational measures like breaks and job rotation
- info on the risks and negativ ehealth affects, training
