According to NIOSH, national data suggests that a large number of work-related musculoskeletal disorders are attributable to occupational hand tool use, resulting in unnecessary pain, lost workdays, and rising costs. To the untrained eye, however, it is difficult to evaluate tools from an ergonomic point of view, and balance human capability with tool and task requirements.
In this free webinar, you will learn:
The ergonomic risk factors associated with hand tool use.
The critical design characteristics of powered hand tools.
Human strength capabilities for the hands and arms.
Specific ergonomic design criteria for evaluating and selecting hand tools.
Options for supporting or controlling powered hand tools in order to reduce risk of injury.