Fundamentals of occupational ergonomics /
by Alexandra Robertson.
- Los Angeles, California : Tritech Digital Media, 2018
- 1 online resource (228, pages) : color illustrations.
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Include index
1. Methodological issues in epidemiologic studies of musculoskeletal disorders -- 2. Epidemiology of work-related back disorders -- 3. Epidemiology of neck and upper limb disorders and work-place factors -- 4. Psychosocial factors at work in relation to musculoskeletal conditions implications for job design and rehabilitation -- 5. Analysis and design of jobs for control of work related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) -- 6. The psychophysical approach to risk assessment in work-related musculoskeletal disorders -- 7. Health disorders caused by occupational exposure to vibration -- 8. Screening for upper extremity musculoskeletal disorders research and practice -- 9. Surveillance for musculoskeletal problems -- 10. Case definition for upper limb disorders -- 11. Back risk factors an overview -- 12. Psychophysical studies of materials handling NIOSH lifting equation -- 13. Biomechanical models in high exertion manual jobs -- 14. Cost-benefit of ergonomic improvements -- 15. Clinical case management and rehabilitation of workers with upper extremity musculoskeletal disorders model for integration of medical and ergonomic approaches -- 16. Experiences in redesigning jobs featuring repetitive tasks -- 17. Regulatory issues in occupational ergonomics.
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