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3/30/2022 - Mobile softwareDownload the updated ErgoMine mobile app. New in 2.0 are MSD risk factor evaluation forms, stair, ladder, and walkway checklists, and a fix list manager.
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2/1/2007 - Peer reviewed journal articlesThis paper describes three mechanical methods - the mobile manipulator, the in-mine hoist, and a cable-handling system - developed by NIOSH to reduce injuries related to handling supplies or material, loading and unloading, and moving power cables.
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8/30/2022 - Research areasManual Materials Handling
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8/1/2020 - Peer reviewed journal articlesAn article that reviews available dust control technologies for bagging operations and discusses the findings of a recent case study of the current types of bagging and palletizing technologies in use.
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2/10/2019 - Research projectsA project to reduce manual materials handling injuries in mining through increased usage of materials handling solutions and safe practices.
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12/1/2018 - Peer reviewed journal articlesAn article describing the development and testing of ergonomics and safety audits for small and bulk bag filling, haul truck and maintenance and repair operations in coal preparation and mineral processing plants found at surface mine sites.
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10/2/2017 - PublicationsUse these four handy infographics for tips on helping mine workers reduce their respirable dust exposure.
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8/1/2016 - NIOSH/USBM numbered publicationsThis Technology News describes a new ergonomics audit application that allows users without any ergonomics training to audit certain common tasks at their work site. Users can share the recommendations generated by email.
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5/1/2016 - Peer reviewed journal articlesAn article by NIOSH describing a study evaluating the physical demands involved with two bag closing methods and several sealing tools in order to provide recommendations to reduce exposure to risk factors for work-related musculoskeletal disorders.
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5/1/2015 - Peer reviewed journal articlesAn article describing the biomechanical demands of different work layouts when performing manual palletizing of small bags, and evaluates the biomechanical stresses associated with different stacking techniques.
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Content source: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Mining Program