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On a well-designed work station, the controls used most often are located within easy reach. The goal is to eliminate any non-essential movements. Poorly designed work station are not only inefficient, they also can cause discomfort and lead to injuries. In this picture, the user’s chair is adjustable and provides good back support. However, the lack of support for the wrist or elbow could result in RSI.
Many injuries and accident result from lifting. Wherever possible, lifting equipment should be employed to transport heavy loads. When this is impractical, workers should be trained in lifting techniques. Here we can see a worker placing unnecessary strain on their back. The load should be transported by cart or divided between two buckets so it can be balanced. While some accidents are caused by laziness, very often they are due to a lack of training or poor organization of the work flow.