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Analysis of manual lifting tasks : a qualitative alternative to the NIOSH work practices guide
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Title: Analysis of manual lifting tasks : a qualitative alternative to the NIOSH work practices guide / W. Monroe KeyserlingAuthor: Keyserling, W. Monroe ‌
Notes: Sumario: This document presents a thorough literature review and discusses the various risk factors associated with lifting. Procedures for evaluating the parameters of a lifting task are described, and a equation for predicting weight limits for safe lifting is presented. Finally, the work practices guide presents recommendations for reducing lifting hazards in the workplace through engineering and administrative controlsRelated records: En: American Industrial Hygiene Association journal. - Akron, Ohio. - Vol. 50, nº 3, March 1989 ; p. 165-173Materia / lugar / evento: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health ‌Ergonomía ‌Biomecánica ‌Columna vertebral ‌Riesgo laboral ‌Lesiones musculares ‌Trabajo físico ‌Carga de materiales ‌Secondary titles: Título: American Industrial Hygiene Association journal
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