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Access to databases of ergonomics reference materials such as anthropometric data, designs, case studies.

Human Factors » Anthropometry

Ergonomic anthropometrics and design considerations

AnthroKids - Anthropometric Data of Children [2055] ?

Public domain database of child anthropmetric data from Consumer Product Safety Commission

Human Factors » Case Studies

Ergonomics studies conducted by universities, consulting firms

Automotive Industry Ergonomics Case Study [pdf] [1574] ?

Assessment of postural loading among assemby operators

Best Practices for Hospital Ergonomics [pdf] [6310] ?

A slide presentation

Class Projects [96] ?

Ergonomics workstation evaluation reports - supermarket checkout station, library workstations, etc

Comparative Studies of Office Lighting [941] ?

Cornell University comparative studies of direct and indirect office lighting

Computer Users & Electric Height Adjustable Worksurfaces [6309] ?

Effects of an Electric Height-Adjustable Worksurface on Self-Assessed Musculoskeletal Discomfort and Productivity

Control of Ergonomic Hazards from Squeegee Handles in Screen-Printing Industry [608] ?

Hazard control guidelines from NIOSH on squeegee hazards in the screenprinting industry

Ergonomic Intervention for the Soft Drink Beverage Delivery Industry [6221] ?

1996 NIOSH publication on ergonomics in soft drink beverage delivery industry

Ergonomic Redesign For Checkout Stations [2810] ?

Results of an ergonomics study of a supermarket checkout station

Ergonomic Risk Factors in Commercial Drycleaners [6236] ?

NIOSH study on ergonomics in commercial drycleaning

Ergonomics Research Studies [78] ?

Variety of ergonomics research studies conducted at Cornell University

ErgoWeb Case Studies [960] ?

Real life ergonomics case studies

Hazards & Disorders of Poultry Processing [8474] ?

Slide presentation of chicken disassembly - ergonomic considerations

NIOSH Ergonomics Health Hazard Evaluations [962] ?

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

Occupations and Workplaces [8378] ?

Reducing the risk factors for RMIs by industry group

Tactical Displays for Soldiers: Human Factors Considerations [3901] ?

Helmet-mounted display technology human factors considerations

Human Factors » Checklists

Checklists to evaluate proper ergonomic workstation arrangements

Workstation Checklist [18375] ?

Yes/no computer workstation ergonomics checklist

Human Factors » Lifting

Ergonomic guidance controlling manual handling hazards in the workplace

Liberty Mutual Manual Materials Handling Tables [23992] ?

The weight limit tables in the past referred to as the Snook Tables

Human Factors » Programs

Ergonomics programs tools, resources and guides

Ergonomics Program Guideline [7939] ?

Basic information on how to set up an ergonomics program

Human Factors » References

Design guide, ergonomics manual, lecture notes and more

Ergonomics Best Practices Database [26133] ?

Military installation database of ergonomics ideas that helped to reduce the incidence of ergonomics injuries

Poor Ergonomics Design Scrapbook [98] ?

Scrapbook of photos illustrating poor ergonomic design

Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders: A Review of the Evidence [8574] ?

By Steering Committee for the Workshop on Work-Related Musculoskeletal Injuries: The Research Base

Human Factors » Vibration

Ergonomic technical resources on occupational vibration exposures

Hand-Arm Vibration Database [24734] ?

Vibration data for about thousands of hand-held power tools

Whole-Body Vibration Database [24733] ?

Contains vibration levels measured during working conditions in vehicles and heavy equipment

Workplace Safety » Aviation

Aviation safety resources and tools

Human Factors in Air Traffic Control [3900] ?

Capabilities and limitations of humans relative to the functions performed in air traffic control






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