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- Hazards and exposures:
- Biomechanical hazards
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- Torque reaction
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- Overexertion
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- Excessive vibration
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- Hand-arm vibration
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- Whole-body vibration
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- Shock
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- Bodily motions
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- Standing
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- Fixed or awkward postures
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- Repetitive motions
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- Stooping
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- Squatting
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- Lifting or lowering
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- Kneeling
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- Crawling
- Document types:
- Reports of Investigations
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7/1/2011 - Reports of InvestigationsThis document consists of a series of demonstrations designed to complement training on ergonomic principles.
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6/1/2011 - Reports of InvestigationsConsidering the potential impact of three biomechanical parameters - prolonged kneeling, crawling, and twisting on one's knees - several recommendations are made regarding when it may be most appropriate for mine workers to use specific postures.
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Content source: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Mining Program