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How ergonomics improves the bottom line: one study found that every dollar invested in an ergonomics program resulted in $4 in savings. Kind, Mike Nov 21, 2008 465
Forums: MSU student seeks input on ergonomics study. Nov 1, 2008 92
Solve these common ergonomics problems. Mar 1, 2007 846
Can low back loading during lifting be reduced by placing one leg beside the object to be lifted? van Dieen, Jaap H. Clinical report Aug 1, 2006 7955
Shoulder muscle activity increases with wrist splint use during a simulated upper-extremity work task. Mell, Amy G.; Friedman, Mark A.; Hughes, Richard E.; Carpenter, James E. Report May 1, 2006 3267
National Advisory Committee on Ergonomics offers recommendations. Brief Article Feb 1, 2005 227
Computer-related repetitive strain injuries. Idowu, Peter A.; Adedoyin, Rufus A.; Adagunodo, Rotimi E. Jan 1, 2005 3230
MSDs and the workplace: EA professionals can work with ergonomists to identify jobs and workstations that place employees at risk for musculoskeletal disorders. Landis, Julie Sep 1, 2004 1935
Ergo controversy: experts shun OSHA symposium: rehash of research a waste of time, they say. Apr 1, 2004 854
Injuries: repositioning is a major culprit: ergonomics must address this high-risk area. Sep 1, 2003 569
Effect of computer keyboard slope on wrist position and forearm electromyography of typists without musculoskeletal disorders. Berman, Joseph E Sep 1, 2003 10026
Computer Ergonomics: sit up straight. (Update: education news from schools, businesses, research and government agencies). Brief Article Jul 1, 2003 95
Short-term effects of workstation exercises on musculoskeletal discomfort and postural changes in seated video display unit workers. (Research Report). Walker, Joan M Jun 1, 2002 8184
Improving workplace safety by improving ergonomics: a study by North Carolina State hopes to reduce work-related injuries by providing ergonomic alternatives. Gazdziak, Sam Jun 1, 2002 1252
Participatory ergonomics training in the manufacturing sector and ergonomic analysis tools. St-Vincent, Marie; Lortie, Monique; Chicoine, Denise Jun 22, 2001 9227
Housework Is Just as Tough Today as It Was 60 Years Ago. Lang, Susan S. Brief Article Mar 22, 2000 364
Ergonomics Then and Now. EMANOIL, PAMELA Mar 22, 2000 1824
Ergonomist Provides Online Guidance for Children to Avoid Injury at Computer. Lang, Susan S. Jan 1, 2000 344
Signs & Wonders. Brief Article Nov 1, 1999 409
The effects of environmental color. Etnier, Jennifer L.; Hardy, Charles J. Sep 1, 1997 4221
Work activity and subjectivity: a behind-the-scenes look at the work of linemen. Brun, Jean-Pierre Sep 22, 1995 5804
Union assimilation of the ergonomic approach and the transformation of social relations. Gadbois, Charles; Villatte, Robert; Bourne, Jean-Paul; Visier, Laurent Sep 22, 1995 6989
UC Ergonomics Lab works to help create safer computer keyboards. Nov 15, 1994 695

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