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Flywheel truing : a case study of an ergonomic intervention / J. Steven Moore

Sumario: Using a structured participatory approach, an automotive manufacturing facility identified and analyzed a specific problem related to ergonomics, the manual truing of flywheels. They also identified and implemented a solution. The problem identification, problem analysis, intervention development, and intervention implementation processes were characterized by employee participation, supervisor participation, and strong engineering support. Comparison of the health and safety data pre- and post-intervention revealed a 29% decrease in the incidence of total musculoskeletal disorders, a 78% decrease in the incidence of upper extremity disorders (cumulative trauma disorders), an 82% decrease in restricted or lost days, and a shift in the spectrum and type of morbidity. This case study demonstrates that a participatory and structured approach to ergonomics-related interventions can be effective in achieving defined goals, including a favorable impact on worker health and safety

En: American Industrial Hygiene Association journal. - Fairfax, Virginia. - Vol. 55, nº 3, March 1994 ; p. 236-244

1. Ergonomía . 2. Máquinas . 3. Muelas abrasivas . 4. Enfermedades profesionales . 5. Lesiones musculares . 6. Síndrome del Trauma Acumulativo . 7. Biomecánica . I. Título. II. Título: American Industrial Hygiene Association journal.