The document provides a foundation for discussion with external partners to explore common research areas. All of the following partnership success stories demonstrate the benefits of partnership for the improved safety and health of workers. The effectiveness of back belts has been questioned in recent years. Approximately 8,000 retail merchandise employees at 160 stores are being followed for two years to determine if low back injury rates in individuals wearing belts are different from rates in individuals not wearing belts. Results of the study will be reported in 1999.
Back injuries are one of the most common injuries among nursing home employees.
Anthony Crane Rental Crane operators, on-site workers, and the general public are at risk of serious and possibly fatal injury due to incidents involving cranes or hoists. In 1994, incidents involving cranes resulted in 88 fatalities. Damage to property can be extremely costly. ACR and the International Union of Operating Engineers share the responsibility of certification of crane operators. The results will help industry, labor, and the public, as well as assisting OSHA in determining the value of mandatory certification.