If you identify a problem job through auditing or reporting, you're also responsible for extending your ergonomics program to cover similar jobs where employees are exposed to the same hazards. OSHA's draft standard, as it's now written, does not cover construction, maritime, or agricultural work. Assign and communicate responsibilities for setting up and managing the ergonomics program. Managers, supervisors, and employees know what is expected of them and how they will be held accountable. Policies and practices encourage the reporting of ergonomic problems.
Employees have the chance to regularly discuss the ergonomics program and their concerns.
These reports and recommendations must be responded to quickly. Employees must have access to information about the ergonomics program. You must set up ways for employees and their designated reps to be a part of developing, implementing, and evaluating job hazard analysis and control, training, and the effectiveness of the program and controls. You must check out reports of signs and symptoms of musculoskeletal disorders to see if medical treatment is needed. How to recognize the signs and symptoms of work-related musculoskeletal disorders, and the importance of early reporting.