Train your supervisors and technical staff on ergonomics problem solving. This is a key element of an effective ergonomics program, regardless of OSHA requirements. With the OSHA Ergonomics Program Standard, you can anticipate an increase in employee reports related to MSD signs and symptoms, so having your team prepared to resolve these issues is prudent. In addition, training supervisors and technical staff will facilitate hazard reduction before MSDs occur, ensuring that you don't have to deal with OSHA requirements to begin with. Perform a risk map to identify ergonomic risks, and control hazards in high risk jobs before injuries occur.
Risk management is the hallmark of an effective ergonomics process.
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