November 30, 2001
In the settlement, OSHA explains that a case is work-related if, and only if, a work event or exposure is a discernible cause of the injury or illness.
November 28, 2001
ANSI and AAMI have released a new standard relating ergonomics and human factors to the design of medical devices.
November 26, 2001
As part of Ergoweb's continued commitment to showcasing ergonomics efforts around the world, we will begin a news series called 'Spotlight On!' This series will focus on ergonomics in a particular area such as a national society.
November 23, 2001
Using ergonomics principles and establishing programs to address the problem and cost of MSDs has proven to be very effective. Included are examples.
November 20, 2001
Patient handling, work design, and bringing research and practice together are some of the topics slated for this conference.
November 19, 2001
NIOSH has an expanding research program to address the occupational safety and health needs of working women. NIOSH is conducting research on MSDs among women in the telecommunication, health care, service, and data entry industries.
November 16, 2001
The European Agency for Safety and Health at Work have released more reports concerning MSDs at work.
November 14, 2001
Does company downsizing affect musculoskeletal disorder rates? One study looks at this question and possible explanations when the answer is, yes.
November 12, 2001
On the issue of the ergonomics standard, Swanson said that perhaps this December or January the DOL might come out with guidance on the issue.