Ergonomics » Case Studies
Over 40 resources of real-life ergonomic case studies. Examples of studies: Offices - computer workstation evaluations, keyboard & mouse use studies, direct & indirect office lighting, etc. Others - handling ladders, analysis of custodial work, work at a dairy, hand truck delivery, warehouse carrying, etc. Industry specific cases. RMI studies. Reducing the risk factors for RMIs by industry group. Real-life ergonomics studies conducted by universities, consulting firms, etc.
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Agriculture Ergonomics Studies [6077] 
Simple tools &basic changes in the way nursery workers handle heavy loads can help reduce strains
Simple tools &basic changes in the way nursery workers handle heavy loads can help reduce strains
Air Traffic Control & Airway Facilities [5511]
Human factors research topics related to air traffic control and airway facilities
Human factors research topics related to air traffic control and airway facilities
Apparel Manufacturing Ergonomic Challenges [17438]
Final Report of ergonomics study of three apparel manufacturing plants
Final Report of ergonomics study of three apparel manufacturing plants
Australia: Manual Handling in the Meat Industry [18603]
Guide to implementing an effective injury prevention program that will minimise lost time injuries
Guide to implementing an effective injury prevention program that will minimise lost time injuries
Bench-top Heat-Shrink Application Device [22617]
Replaced the standard heat gun with a device that employed resistance heat technology
Replaced the standard heat gun with a device that employed resistance heat technology
Canada: Automated Bagless Linen Handling System ![[pdf]](graphics/file_pdf.gif)
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Reduce manual handling injuries when handling linen bags by installing a "bagless" linen handling system
[27499] Reduce manual handling injuries when handling linen bags by installing a "bagless" linen handling system
Canada: Ergonomic Tips for Resident/Patient Bathrooms [27501]
Renovations that can reduce musculoskeletal (MSI) injuries in patient bathrooms
[27501] Renovations that can reduce musculoskeletal (MSI) injuries in patient bathrooms
Canada: Hospital Ergonomics (Musculoskeletal) Risk Assessment Project [27502]
Risk assessments addressing the risks associated with working in medium-sized acute health care facilities
[27502] Risk assessments addressing the risks associated with working in medium-sized acute health care facilities
Canada: Overhead Patient / Resident Track Lifts in Health Care [27495]
Ceiling lift reference material, occupational health and safety guidelines, and other related documents
Ceiling lift reference material, occupational health and safety guidelines, and other related documents
Canada: Patient Handling and the Application of Ergonomics [27496]
126-page publication discusses how to implement a "No Lift" approach to patient handling in the health care sector
[27496] 126-page publication discusses how to implement a "No Lift" approach to patient handling in the health care sector
Canada: Properly Install, Inspect, and Load Test Overhead Patient/Resident Track Lifts [27498]
Describes the causes of an accident involving an overhead patient/resident track lift systemdescribes the causes of an a
[27498] Describes the causes of an accident involving an overhead patient/resident track lift systemdescribes the causes of an a
Canada: Reducing Musculoskeletal Injuries in Intermediate Health Care [27500]
In-depth insights into the reasons for high rates of musculoskeletal injuries (MSI) in intermediate care
[27500] In-depth insights into the reasons for high rates of musculoskeletal injuries (MSI) in intermediate care
Canada: Transfer Assist Devices for the Safer Handling of Patients [27497]
Use this guide as a resource for evaluating and selecting appropriate transfer assist devices in the health care sector
[27497] Use this guide as a resource for evaluating and selecting appropriate transfer assist devices in the health care sector
Casting Saw Automation [22614]
Description of a case study that removed the operator from the cutting process
Description of a case study that removed the operator from the cutting process
Class Projects [96]
Ergonomics workstation evaluation reports - supermarket checkout station, library workstations, etc
Ergonomics workstation evaluation reports - supermarket checkout station, library workstations, etc
Commercial Drycleaning Ergonomic Hazards [23349]
Control of Ergonomic Hazards in Commercial Drycleaning
Control of Ergonomic Hazards in Commercial Drycleaning
Comparative Studies of Office Lighting [941]
Cornell University comparative studies of direct and indirect office lighting
Cornell University comparative studies of direct and indirect office lighting
Control of Ergonomic Hazards from Squeegee Handles in Screen-Printing Industry [608]
Hazard control guidelines from NIOSH on squeegee hazards in the screenprinting industry
Hazard control guidelines from NIOSH on squeegee hazards in the screenprinting industry
Creative, Low Cost Ergonomic Solutions [27030]
Solutions for reducing repetitive stress for a variety of tasks
Solutions for reducing repetitive stress for a variety of tasks
CUergo Reports [2071]
Download reports from Cornell University - office ergonomics, school ergonomics, hotel ergonomics
Download reports from Cornell University - office ergonomics, school ergonomics, hotel ergonomics
Deburring Metal Parts [27027]
A case study of solutions for reducing repetitive motion stress when deburring metal parts
A case study of solutions for reducing repetitive motion stress when deburring metal parts
Ergonomic Assessment of an Animal Care Facility [19243]
An attempt to pinpoint the factors contributing to the perceived sudden rise in worker injury
An attempt to pinpoint the factors contributing to the perceived sudden rise in worker injury
Ergonomic Audit and Back Injury Assessment of Custodial Staff [2195]
A systematic audit of postural risks, poor tool design, and unsafe work practices
A systematic audit of postural risks, poor tool design, and unsafe work practices
Ergonomic Best Manufacturing Practices [3475]
Results of the Best Manufacturing Practices (BMP) surveys of the Oak Ridge facilities
Results of the Best Manufacturing Practices (BMP) surveys of the Oak Ridge facilities
Ergonomic Evaluation of Backcountry Trail Crews [22365] NIOSH Health Hazard Evaluation at Yosemite National Park
Ergonomic Intervention for the Soft Drink Beverage Delivery Industry [6221]
1996 NIOSH publication on ergonomics in soft drink beverage delivery industry
1996 NIOSH publication on ergonomics in soft drink beverage delivery industry
Ergonomic Interventions in the Building, Repair, and Dismantling of Ships [18366]
NIOSH ergonomics study of the shipbuilding industry
NIOSH ergonomics study of the shipbuilding industry
Ergonomic Management Software & Work Performance [19237]
20 page report on study of the use of ergonomic work pacing software
20 page report on study of the use of ergonomic work pacing software
Ergonomic Redesign For Checkout Stations [2810]
Results of an ergonomics study of a supermarket checkout station
Results of an ergonomics study of a supermarket checkout station
Ergonomic Risk Factors in Commercial Drycleaners [6236]
NIOSH study on ergonomics in commercial drycleaning
NIOSH study on ergonomics in commercial drycleaning
Ergonomics and Driving [18972]
A considerable risk of chronic back injury results from vehicle and equipment driving
A considerable risk of chronic back injury results from vehicle and equipment driving
Ergonomics Best Practices for Industry [25767]
A series of best practice documents for construction, healthcare, plastics, public employers
A series of best practice documents for construction, healthcare, plastics, public employers
Ergonomics Best Practices in the Food-Processing Industry [28393]
ideas for making practical ergonomic improvements
[28393] ideas for making practical ergonomic improvements
Ergonomics Case Study: Six Sigma Methodology [28899]
Using Six Sigma enables employers to develop program improvements based on measurement and analysis
Using Six Sigma enables employers to develop program improvements based on measurement and analysis
Ergonomics Ideas Bank [15267]
A searchable collection of ideas for finding ways to fix hazards in your workplace
A searchable collection of ideas for finding ways to fix hazards in your workplace
Ergonomics in Agriculture & Nursery Operations [9450]
Impact of selected engineering controls in reducing ergonomic hazards in nursery work
Impact of selected engineering controls in reducing ergonomic hazards in nursery work
Ergonomics of Bus Driving [18994]
Bus driving is characterized by psychological and physical stresses
Bus driving is characterized by psychological and physical stresses
Ergonomics Papers [1574]
CybErg 2002 conference papers (triennial conference the year prior to IEA Congress)
CybErg 2002 conference papers (triennial conference the year prior to IEA Congress)
Ergonomics Research Studies [78]
Variety of ergonomics research studies conducted at Cornell University
Variety of ergonomics research studies conducted at Cornell University
Ergonomics Risk Assessment Reports [27187]
A series of ergonomic assessments conducted on various US military facilities
A series of ergonomic assessments conducted on various US military facilities
Ergonomics Solutions: Beverage Delivery [8436]
Describes ergonomic hazards and possible solutions for workers in the Beverage Delivery Industry
Describes ergonomic hazards and possible solutions for workers in the Beverage Delivery Industry
Ergonomics: Children's Backpack Designs [19233]
Photos demonstrate poor and superior backpack designs for carrying books
Photos demonstrate poor and superior backpack designs for carrying books
Furniture Industry Ergonomics Research Study [14125]
Identification of problem jobs with solution development
Identification of problem jobs with solution development
Hazards & Disorders of Poultry Processing [8474]
Slide presentation of chicken disassembly - ergonomic considerations
Slide presentation of chicken disassembly - ergonomic considerations
Health Care Workers Back Injury Prevention [20304]
How to prevent back injury as a result of lifting and moving patients and residents
[20304] How to prevent back injury as a result of lifting and moving patients and residents
Laboratory Ergonomics Brochure [24700]
Work practices designed to reduce the risk of work-related musculoskeletal disorders
[24700] Work practices designed to reduce the risk of work-related musculoskeletal disorders
Laboratory Ergonomics: A Case Study [24232]
Ergonomics solutions for employees working in the laboratory setting
Ergonomics solutions for employees working in the laboratory setting
Mining and Manual Material Handling [28952]
Methods to minimize manual materials handling injuries in mining
Methods to minimize manual materials handling injuries in mining
NIOSH Ergonomics Health Hazard Evaluations [962]
Case studies of a shoe company, a grocery warehouse, a cabinet company, etc.
Case studies of a shoe company, a grocery warehouse, a cabinet company, etc.
NIOSH Investigations of WMSDs in Work Settings [9445]
NIOSH conducted SIC evaluation of job tasks and recommended ergonomic control measures
NIOSH conducted SIC evaluation of job tasks and recommended ergonomic control measures
OR-OSHA Worksite Redesign Final Reports [22618]
1995-2001 program provided grants to employers to address ergonomic problems
1995-2001 program provided grants to employers to address ergonomic problems
Packaging Industry Ergonomic Interventions [29897]
Ergonomic study on a packaging line for powdery and granular construction materials
[29897] Ergonomic study on a packaging line for powdery and granular construction materials
Patient Handling & the Portable X-Ray [28896]
2004 study of back injuries associated with patient care when conducting portable x-rays
2004 study of back injuries associated with patient care when conducting portable x-rays
Printing Industry Ergonomics [28850]
Potential hazards and possible ergonomic solutions for tasks involved with offset printing
Potential hazards and possible ergonomic solutions for tasks involved with offset printing
Productivity Consequences of Two Ergonomic Interventions in Office Ergonomics [28784]
Results of a 2003 study on the health outcomes of ergonomically designed chair and office ergonomics training
[28784] Results of a 2003 study on the health outcomes of ergonomically designed chair and office ergonomics training
Research Studies, Literature Reviews - Musculoskeletal Problems [11814]
Ergonomics research studies in French - a few in English
Ergonomics research studies in French - a few in English
Semiconductors: Ergonomic Stressors on Process Tool Maintenance & Utilization [13321]
Study identified the most significant physical stressors associated with front-end tool maintenance
Study identified the most significant physical stressors associated with front-end tool maintenance
SHARP Ergonomics Studies [3859]
Summaries of ergonomics reports completed in the state of Washington
Summaries of ergonomics reports completed in the state of Washington
Shipyards - Ergonomics Guidelines [33608] provides practical recommendations to help reduce the number and severity of musculoskeletal disorders in the workplace
Simple Solutions: Ergonomics for Farm Workers [23327]
Ergonomics advice for those in the agricultural industries
Ergonomics advice for those in the agricultural industries
Tactical Displays for Soldiers: Human Factors Considerations [3901]
Helmet-mounted display technology human factors considerations
Helmet-mounted display technology human factors considerations
United Kingdom: Ergonomics & Manual Handling [23714]
MSD in the workplace - prevention and management
MSD in the workplace - prevention and management
US Postal Services Ergonomics Practices [31341]
Describes the overall ergonomics process and ten task interventions taken by the US Postal Service
Describes the overall ergonomics process and ten task interventions taken by the US Postal Service
Woodshop Tilting Stacker [22613]
Worked with a material handling equipment vendor to have a modified lifting/tilting stacker constructed
Worked with a material handling equipment vendor to have a modified lifting/tilting stacker constructed
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