Ergonomic Work Practices for Injury Prevention
Awkward postures and improper load handling can lead to joint strain and muscle overload, increasing the risk of injury. Maintaining neutral spine alignment, proper posture, and distributing tasks effectively can help prevent workplace injuries. Pushing loads rather than pulling whenever possible can reduce strain on the back and utilize stronger muscle groups.
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Awkward postures place excessive force on joints and overload the muscles and tendons around the affected joint The risk of injury increases when joints work outside of their mid- range repetitively or for sustained periods of time without adequate recovery time.
E D C B 185% 150% 140% 100% A 25% As we move from a neutral standing posture, the load on the spine increases. Maintaining a neutral back posture helps to minimize back injury, whether job tasks involve mostly sitting, standing, or walking.
When standing upright, the spine is in neutral position: the lower back curve (circled) is maintained, and this is VERY important WHY? The lower back curve allows pressure to be evenly distributed through the spine When we sit, we lose this lower back curve. For prolonged sitting its is important that your chair supports the natural curve of your back.
Push whenever possible this allows you to use both hands and the strong muscles of your legs When pushing, handles should be between waist and shoulder height and arms should be kept close to the body
