Vibration and stress due to prolonged standing also contribute to the development of RMIs. A fixture that allows the worker to rotate the kitchen cabinet, for example, reduces over-reaching and also reduces the handling of the kitchen cabinet. It is also important to select the proper tool for the task. To reduce stress on the legs and back from prolonged standing, workers should use anti-fatigue matting. The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety in co-operation with the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, Department of Employment and Labour Relations, Occupational Health and Safety Branch would like to acknowledge the participation of Mother Hubbard's Kitchen Cabinets Ltd. who so freely gave their time and resources to assist us in the development of this case study.
More information is available about risk factors for repetitive motion injuries.
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