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Manual Lifting

A Guide to the Study of Simple and Complex Lifting Tasks

Paperback

Published: 10th July 2012
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$133.95

Commonly used throughout the world, manual lifting tasks-whether simple or complex-all involve variable loads, postures, and movements. This practical guide discusses how to analyze the intricate lifting function and prevent injury during its execution. Outlining revised NIOSH Lifting Equation (RNLE) methods, the book illustrates their use in assessing manual lifting tasks of varying degrees of difficulty. Using examples to reinforce presented concepts, it explains how RNLE methods can be applied to evaluate single, composite, variable, and sequential lifting tasks. It also explores how to interpret and apply the results according to international standards and guidelines.

Introduction A Brief History of the Niosh Lifting Equation International Standards on Manual Lifting: ISO 11228-1 and EN 100S-2 Methods and Criteria for Analyzing Manual Handling Tasks How to Analyze a Single Lifting Task How to Analyze a Multiple (Composite) Lifting Task (Up to 10 Variants) How to Analyze a Composite Lifting Task When More Than 10 Task Variants Are Present How to Analyze a Variable Lifting Task How to Analyze Sequential Lifting Tasks Mapping Lifting Tasks in a Company Reference to Available Software and Instructions for Use Active Health Surveillance of Workers: Procedures and Clinical Tools

ISBN: 9781439856635
ISBN-10: 143985663X
Series: Ergonomics Design and Mgmt. Theory and Applications
Audience: Professional
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Number Of Pages: 256
Published: 10th July 2012
Dimensions (cm): 23.2 x 15.5  x 1.4
Weight (kg): 0.446