Involving workers in planning a safe and ergonomic carpentry workshop using the SOBANE method and simulation
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Involving workers in planning a safe and ergonomic carpentry workshop using the SOBANE method and simulation
Involving workers in planning a safe and ergonomic carpentry workshop using the SOBANE method and simulation
Description
This case study highlights the successful collaboration of management, carpenters, an ergonomist and architect to create a safe and ergonomic workplace. The ergonomist facilitated the project and worked closely with two carpenters to analyse risks and define specifications for the new workshop.
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Language of original language description
English
Other data
Sector / Indrustry covered
Actividades de carpintería y actividades relacionadas
Hazards
Movimientos enérgicos
Posturas estáticas: de pie
Health effects
Dolor o lesión de espalda
Trastornos de las extremidades superiores
Worker groups covered (vulnerable groups etc.)
Todos (ningún grupo específico)
Prevention measures
Participación de los trabajadores
Reducir/minimizar el riesgo de medidas organizativas, por ejemplo, reduciendo el número de trabajadores expuestos, la rotación laboral
Purpose of the material
Información general
Aumento de la concienciación
Evaluación del riesgo
Target audience
Todos (sin audiencia específica)
Year
2022