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Stretch only until you feel resistance. Perform each of the following stretches 3-5 times at least twice a day. Hold each stretch for 15 seconds, then relax and repeat. Figure VIII.1: Recommended Stretching Exercises
1.2.2 Mini-breaks When keyboarding or performing another repetitive task, take a two-minute mini-break for every hour of work performed. Get away from your workstation, walk around, stretch, and give your eyes a break. Mini-breaks are recommended to give a rest from repetitive tasks and aid in the recovery of workplace illnesses. Providing time for your body to recover from repetitive action is the key to avoiding a WMSD.
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1.2.3 Task Rotation If possible, rotate tasks during the day in order to reduce the amount of continuous time spent doing each activity.
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1.4.2 Laboratory Ergonomics Laboratory ergonomics training is available for departments by request. This training addresses repetitive motions as well as awkward or static postures. Lab-specific suggestions are made for equipment and for working more efficiently. 1.4.3 Manual Handling Manual Handling Training is available for departments by request. Manual Handling educates employees on proper methods of lifting, and how to prevent back strain and repetitive strain injury. Discussion topics include handling heavy loads in awkward positions (e.g., above head level), and moving a variety of loads (patients, animals, boxes or items from a shelf) in numerous situations encountered at the Hutchinson Center. 1.4.4 Ergonomics Awareness Training for Employees in Caution Zone Jobs A job where the employee is exposed to more than one ergonomic risk factor (i.e. awkward postures, repetitive motion, or heavy lifting) for an extended period of time is called a Caution Zone (CZ) Job. Employees who are in CZ jobs are required to go online and study Ergonomics Awareness Training for Employees in Caution Zone Jobs: centernet.fhcrc.org/CN/depts/ehs/training/ergonomics_online/ergo_awareness/ Ergonomics Awareness training covers basic ergonomic principles, teaches the employee to identify work activities that can lead to injury, and stresses the importance of reporting signs and symptoms of an ergonomic injury early. EH&S has identified the departments where the majority of jobs meet the CZ criteria. All employees and supervisors in these departments are required to attend Ergonomics Awareness training.
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For employees of the Hutchinson Center, the supervisor and the employee will be sent a copy of the evaluation report with any recommendations. The information gathered will also be retained in the EH&S ergonomic database (see Section 1.3.2, Recordkeeping). 1.5.1 One-on-One Office Area Evaluations Conducting a one-on-one office area evaluation involves interviewing the employee and observing him or her perform typical job activities. Measurements are often taken of the work surface height, monitor height and viewing distance. Chair adjustability and functionality, keyboard and mouse arrangement, posture, lighting, placement of frequently used items, break scheduling, and workload are also examined. 1.5.2 One-on-One Lab Area Evaluations Conducting a one-on-one lab area evaluation involves interviewing the employee and observing him or her performing their usual job activities. Repetition, duration, force, posture, workload and break scheduling are taken into account. Special attention is paid to repetitive pipetting and awkward postures. 1.5.3 Solutions to Eliminate or Reduce Risk Factors EH&S works with the available equipment to the greatest extent possible. However, solutions sometimes involve the recommendation of new furniture or equipment. When a decision is made to purchase furniture or equipment for ergonomic accommodation, the employee is encouraged to test the product(s) before making a purchase. It is the individual departments responsibility to purchase furniture and equipment that is appropriate for the work being conducted. 1.5.4 Incorrect Use of Ergonomic Products If used incorrectly, even new, ergonomically designed products can contribute to employee discomfort and possible injury. Therefore, training in ergonomic principles and how to apply them to the individual worksite is essential (see Section 1.4, Training and Education). 1.5.5 Testing Ergonomic Products An employee may test ergonomic chairs in the ergonomic showroom. The ergonomic showroom can be attended by appointment with EH&S. An employee may also borrow an alternative mouse or other ergonomic products from EH&S. This gives employees an opportunity to test equipment and furniture for fit, usability and function.
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