Elevated elbows and shoulder abduction is consistent with the development of shoulder irritation. Provide an adjustable bag stand, and require its usage, for cashiers who bag groceries from the scanner area. Prohibit the practice of bagging groceries with the bags sitting on top of the conveyor. Educate the operators on the importance of not elevating elbows above mid torso and reaching out and away from the body. Excessive reach, out and behind the body with the left arm when picking groceries, next to the scanner, for placement in the bags.
Excessive reaches are consistent with the development of shoulder irritation and low back problems.
Train the operator to stand facing the groceries and reach out in front of the body. Have the operator bag at the far end of the conveyor only, utilizing an adjustable bagging stand. Utilization of a two handed pinch grip while lifting the grocery bag from the conveyor into the shopping cart. The development of carpel tunnel syndrome is consistent with the utilization of a pinch grip when lifting heavy objects. Educate the employees on the importance of utilizing a two handed power grip on the bottom of the bag.