Construction Ergonomics - AGC Colorado Association of 施工工效学- AGC科罗拉多协会.pptVIP

Claims by Job Class 270 Total Claims since 10/01/05 Job Classes with the highest number of claims: Excavation and Drivers 27 $134,060 Plumbing NOC 14 $112,840 Contractors Exec Sup 18 $106,712 HVAC Shop, Outdoors and Drivers 19 $89,788 Carpentry NOC 28 $86,244 Total 106 $529,644 Construction Ergonomics Prevalence of Ergonomic Injuries Trades most commonly reporting injuries Wallboard Ceiling Tile Electricians Mechanical Pipe Fitters Roofers Concrete Forming Heavy Equipment Operators Outline Review Basic Ergonomics Principles What is ergonomics? Types of ergonomic injuries Importance of early reporting Stretching basics Ergonomic risk factors present in construction Ergonomics tips to minimize risk factor exposure Summary What is Ergonomics? Ergonomic Injuries Two classifications of ergonomic injuries Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSD’s) – exposure driven Strains/Sprains – instantaneous (event driven) Ergonomic Injuries Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSD’s) Injury to soft tissue caused by prolonged exposure to multiple ergonomic risk factors Typically develop in small body segments (i.e. fingers, wrists, elbows, and neck, shoulders) Ergonomic Injuries Examples of MSD’s Tendon disorders: Inflammation of tendon and/or tendon sheathing caused by repeated rubbing against ligaments, bone, etc. Lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow) Nerve disorders: Compression of nerves from repeated or sustained exposure to sharp edges, bones, ligaments, and/or tendons Carpal tunnel syndrome Neurovascular disorders: Compression of blood vessels and/or nerves from repeated exposure to vibration or cold temperatures Raynaud’s phenomenon (white finger syndrome) Ergonomic Injuries Strains Sprains Injury to connective tissue caused by single forceful event: lifting heavy objects in awkward position Common to large body segments (i.e. back, legs, and shoulders) Risk of injury increases with the presence of multiple risk factors Sprain Injury or tear of ligaments. Li