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12/1/1999 - Peer reviewed journal articlesWith input from underground shuttle-car operators, this study addressed a component of WBV that is germane to underground mining: high-energy impacts or shocks.
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1/1/1994 - NIOSH/USBM numbered publicationsThis paper discusses methods for reducing musculoskeletal injuries in mines. Included are discussions of how to implement ergonomics committees, methods for identifying hazards, ways to formulate and implement solutions, and followup analysis.
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1/1/1994 - NIOSH/USBM numbered publicationsThis review paper describes the current state of knowledge regarding low back pain (LBP) - the causes, risk factors for LBP, effectiveness of treatments, recovery from back pain, and methods that can be used to help control the problem.
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1/1/1994 - NIOSH/USBM numbered publicationsThe U.S. Bureau of Mines reviewed literature relating to the effectiveness of back belts in the workplace.
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Content source: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Mining Program