The purpose of this study was to generate ergonomic analysis tools to lay
the foundation for XYZ Company to determine the potential ergonomic risk
factors that were contributing to cumulative trauma disorders injuries. This
research was conducted through reviewing relevant literature, available records,
and walk-through assessment. The product of this research was the development
of an Ergonomic Task Hazard Assessment and a Worksite Checklist tool. These
tools will help XYZ Company analyze, track, document, and evaluate risk
elements that were identified and generated to abate ergonomic deficiencies. The
data collected through these elements will allow management to prevent
recurrence of potential exposure to ergonomic-related injuries/illnesses, increase
profitability, and more effective application of ergonomic principles in the
workplace.
The following conclusions were identified for XYZ’s ergonomic program.
The analytical tools generated will allow them to increase their efforts in analysis
and have a better chance for success in the implementation of their ergonomic
system:
1. Ergonomic Task Hazard Assessment
2. Worksite Checklist