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March 18, 2008
OSHA announces the release of Ergonomics for the Prevention of Musculoskeletal Disorders: Guidelines for Shipyards, an new industry-specific guidance document.
March 17, 2008
A recent study takes a look at factors that contribute to poor shiftwork patterns, the kind most likely to leave workers with chronic sleep deprivation.
March 15, 2008
Millions of patients are infected with 'superbugs' each year, and tens of thousands of them die. Hospital personnel are expected to wash their hands between patients. Many don
March 12, 2008
Do researchers use political "Straight Talk"? Scientists tend to vary their choice of words when discussing the work relatedness of musculoskeletal disorders. Does this have implications?
March 10, 2008
Software companies try to drive interest in their offerings through steady upgrades to features and functionality, but a new study suggests they would be better to put usability first.
March 5, 2008
A new final rule to make the USA's railroads safer goes into effect on April 14, 2008. It takes aim at operator error, but does it cover all the bases? The Ergonomics Report looks at the new law and interviews industry expert Paul Adams,
PhD, CPE, CSP.
March 3, 2008
Old mattresses have a lot to answer for, according to a new study, which links them to poor sleep
February 27, 2008
The role of lactic acid in muscle fatigue is now questioned. Could it be 'calcium leaks' in the muscle, and could those 'leaks' cause muscle damage, and eventually MSDs? Researchers think so, and have even tested a drug (on mice) that may alleviate fatigue.
February 25, 2008
Outsourcing IT work to India and other emerging economies is a favorite cost-cutting measure in much of the industrialized world. A new study suggests it's a painful trend.