| GCat | Design & Safety |
| MCat | Ergonomics |
| SCat | Case Studies |
Over 40 resources of real-life ergonomic case studies. Examples of studies: Offices - computer workstation evaluations, keyboard & mouse use studies, direct & indirect office lighting, etc. Others - handling ladders, analysis of custodial work, work at a dairy, hand truck delivery, warehouse carrying, etc. Industry specific cases. RMI studies. Reducing the risk factors for RMIs by industry group.
Agriculture Ergonomics Studies [6077] 
Simple tools &basic changes in the way nursery workers handle heavy loads can help reduce strains
Simple tools &basic changes in the way nursery workers handle heavy loads can help reduce strains
Air Traffic Control & Airway Facilities [5511]
Human factors research topics related to air traffic control and airway facilities
Human factors research topics related to air traffic control and airway facilities
Apparel Manufacturing Ergonomic Challenges [17438]
Final Report of ergonomics study of three apparel manufacturing plants
Final Report of ergonomics study of three apparel manufacturing plants
Australia: Manual Handling in the Meat Industry [18603]
Guide to implementing an effective injury prevention program that will minimise lost time injuries
Guide to implementing an effective injury prevention program that will minimise lost time injuries
Bench-top Heat-Shrink Application Device [22617]
Replaced the standard heat gun with a device that employed resistance heat technology
Replaced the standard heat gun with a device that employed resistance heat technology
Casting Saw Automation [22614]
Description of a case study that removed the operator from the cutting process
Description of a case study that removed the operator from the cutting process
Class Projects [96]
Ergonomics workstation evaluation reports - supermarket checkout station, library workstations, etc
Ergonomics workstation evaluation reports - supermarket checkout station, library workstations, etc
Commercial Drycleaning Ergonomic Hazards [23349]
Control of Ergonomic Hazards in Commercial Drycleaning
Control of Ergonomic Hazards in Commercial Drycleaning
Comparative Studies of Office Lighting [941]
Cornell University comparative studies of direct and indirect office lighting
Cornell University comparative studies of direct and indirect office lighting
Computer Users & Electric Height Adjustable Worksurfaces [6309]
Effects of an Electric Height-Adjustable Worksurface on Self-Assessed Musculoskeletal Discomfort and Productivity
Effects of an Electric Height-Adjustable Worksurface on Self-Assessed Musculoskeletal Discomfort and Productivity
Control of Ergonomic Hazards from Squeegee Handles in Screen-Printing Industry [608]
Hazard control guidelines from NIOSH on squeegee hazards in the screenprinting industry
Hazard control guidelines from NIOSH on squeegee hazards in the screenprinting industry
Creative, Low Cost Ergonomic Solutions [27030]
Solutions for reducing repetitive stress for a variety of tasks
Solutions for reducing repetitive stress for a variety of tasks
CUergo Reports [2071]
Download reports from Cornell University - office ergonomics, school ergonomics, hotel ergonomics
Download reports from Cornell University - office ergonomics, school ergonomics, hotel ergonomics
Deburring Metal Parts [27027]
A case study of solutions for reducing repetitive motion stress when deburring metal parts
A case study of solutions for reducing repetitive motion stress when deburring metal parts
Ergonomic Assessment of an Animal Care Facility [19243]
An attempt to pinpoint the factors contributing to the perceived sudden rise in worker injury
An attempt to pinpoint the factors contributing to the perceived sudden rise in worker injury
Ergonomic Audit and Back Injury Assessment of Custodial Staff [2195]
A systematic audit of postural risks, poor tool design, and unsafe work practices
A systematic audit of postural risks, poor tool design, and unsafe work practices
Ergonomic Evaluation of Backcountry Trail Crews ![[pdf]](graphics/file_pdf.gif)
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NIOSH Health Hazard Evaluation at Yosemite National Park
[22365] NIOSH Health Hazard Evaluation at Yosemite National Park
Ergonomic Intervention for the Soft Drink Beverage Delivery Industry [6221]
1996 NIOSH publication on ergonomics in soft drink beverage delivery industry
1996 NIOSH publication on ergonomics in soft drink beverage delivery industry
Ergonomic Interventions in the Building, Repair, and Dismantling of Ships [18366]
NIOSH ergonomics study of the shipbuilding industry
NIOSH ergonomics study of the shipbuilding industry
Ergonomic Management Software & Work Performance [19237]
20 page report on study of the use of ergonomic work pacing software
20 page report on study of the use of ergonomic work pacing software
Ergonomic Redesign For Checkout Stations [2810]
Results of an ergonomics study of a supermarket checkout station
Results of an ergonomics study of a supermarket checkout station
Ergonomic Risk Factors in Commercial Drycleaners [6236]
NIOSH study on ergonomics in commercial drycleaning
NIOSH study on ergonomics in commercial drycleaning
Ergonomics and Driving [18972]
A considerable risk of chronic back injury results from vehicle and equipment driving
A considerable risk of chronic back injury results from vehicle and equipment driving
Ergonomics Best Practices for Industry [25767]
A series of best practice documents for construction, healthcare, plastics, public employers
A series of best practice documents for construction, healthcare, plastics, public employers
Ergonomics Ideas Bank [15267]
A searchable collection of ideas for finding ways to fix hazards in your workplace
A searchable collection of ideas for finding ways to fix hazards in your workplace
Ergonomics in Agriculture & Nursery Operations [9450]
Impact of selected engineering controls in reducing ergonomic hazards in nursery work
Impact of selected engineering controls in reducing ergonomic hazards in nursery work
Ergonomics Papers [1574]
CybErg 2002 conference papers (triennial conference the year prior to IEA Congress)
CybErg 2002 conference papers (triennial conference the year prior to IEA Congress)
Ergonomics Research Studies [78]
Variety of ergonomics research studies conducted at Cornell University
Variety of ergonomics research studies conducted at Cornell University
Ergonomics Risk Assessment Reports [27187]
A series of ergonomic assessments conducted on various US military facilities
A series of ergonomic assessments conducted on various US military facilities
Ergonomics Solutions: Beverage Delivery [8436]
Describes ergonomic hazards and possible solutions for workers in the Beverage Delivery Industry
Describes ergonomic hazards and possible solutions for workers in the Beverage Delivery Industry
Ergonomics: Children's Backpack Designs [19233]
Photos demonstrate poor and superior backpack designs for carrying books
Photos demonstrate poor and superior backpack designs for carrying books
Furniture Industry Ergonomics Research Study [14125]
Identification of problem jobs with solution development
Identification of problem jobs with solution development
Hazards & Disorders of Poultry Processing [8474]
Slide presentation of chicken disassembly - ergonomic considerations
Slide presentation of chicken disassembly - ergonomic considerations
Health Care Workers Back Injury Prevention [20304]
How to prevent back injury as a result of lifting and moving patients and residents
How to prevent back injury as a result of lifting and moving patients and residents
Laboratory Ergonomics Brochure [24700]
Work practices designed to reduce the risk of work-related musculoskeletal disorders
[24700] Work practices designed to reduce the risk of work-related musculoskeletal disorders
NIOSH Ergonomics Health Hazard Evaluations [962]
Case studies of a shoe company, a grocery warehouse, a cabinet company, etc.
Case studies of a shoe company, a grocery warehouse, a cabinet company, etc.
NIOSH Investigations of WMSDs in Work Settings [9445]
NIOSH conducted SIC evaluation of job tasks and recommended ergonomic control measures
NIOSH conducted SIC evaluation of job tasks and recommended ergonomic control measures
OR-OSHA Worksite Redesign Final Reports [22618]
1995-2001 program provided grants to employers to address ergonomic problems
1995-2001 program provided grants to employers to address ergonomic problems
Research Studies, Literature Reviews - Musculoskeletal Problems [11814]
Ergonomics research studies in French - a few in English
Ergonomics research studies in French - a few in English
Semiconductors: Ergonomic Stressors on Process Tool Maintenance & Utilization [13321]
Study identified the most significant physical stressors associated with front-end tool maintenance
Study identified the most significant physical stressors associated with front-end tool maintenance
SHARP Ergonomics Studies [3859]
Summaries of ergonomics reports completed in the state of Washington
Summaries of ergonomics reports completed in the state of Washington
Simple Solutions: Ergonomics for Farm Workers [23327]
Ergonomics advice for those in the agricultural industries
Ergonomics advice for those in the agricultural industries
Tactical Displays for Soldiers: Human Factors Considerations [3901]
Helmet-mounted display technology human factors considerations
Helmet-mounted display technology human factors considerations
United Kingdom: Ergonomics & Manual Handling [23714]
MSD in the workplace - prevention and management
MSD in the workplace - prevention and management
Woodshop Tilting Stacker [22613]
Worked with a material handling equipment vendor to have a modified lifting/tilting stacker constructed
Worked with a material handling equipment vendor to have a modified lifting/tilting stacker constructed
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