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1/1/2005 - Peer reviewed journal articlesThis paper argues that workers who adopt unusual or restricted postures appear to be at higher risk of musculoskeletal complaints and often exhibit reduced strength and lifting capacity.
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10/1/2003 - Peer reviewed journal articlesThis article introduces a one-page checklist for evaluating cab design of construction equipment.
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7/1/2001 - Peer reviewed journal articlesThe objective of this study was to systematically characterize the ergonomic hazards associated with excavating operations.
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3/1/2001 - Conference papersThis paper describes the use of four sources of data (injury records, the Nordic Standardized Musculoskeletal Questionnaire, supervisor interviews and management concerns) to prioritize jobs for ergonomic analysis.
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3/1/2001 - Book chaptersThe purpose of this chapter is to discuss some of the fundamental principles of strength assessment in ergonomics, so that these procedures can be better applied to control the risk of musculoskeletal disorders in the workplace.
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1/1/1998 - Conference papersThis publication concerns human physical strength testing. Its purpose is not to recommend any particular type of testing, but rather to describe the types of testing available and their uses.
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5/1/1997 - Technology NewsThe lack of sufficient vertical clearance in some underground mines is an impediment to providing adequate shock isolation systems on mine equipment seats.
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1/1/1994 - NIOSH/USBM numbered publicationsThis paper examines safety concerns associated with deep-cut mining, using the U.S. Mine Safety and Health Administration accident database, interviews with mine workers and operators, and conversations with state, local, and union representatives.
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1/1/1988 - Information CircularsInformation Circular describing various human factors within mining, including system design, capabilities and limitations, errors and accidents, and environmental factors. Bureau of Mines publication.
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Content source: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Mining Program