Assessment Tools

five pictures of different subjects of ergonomics

 

Ergonomics Tech Guide 220

 

Chapter 2, Worksite Analysis
Includes an algorithm and two sections: General (An overview of Active Surveillance, Passive Surveillance and Risk Factors) and Performing the Assessment (Detailed Methods of Worksite Analysis).

 

Chapter 3, Hazard Prevention and Control
Includes an algorithm and six sections: Designing Ergonomic Work Environments, The Ergonomic Problem Solving Process, Using Ergonomic Interventions for Problem Solving, Common Problems and Solutions, Choosing Ergonomics Solutions and Evaluating the Solution.

 

Material Handling

 

LiftCalc
LiftCalc is an easy-to-use program that helps calculate lifting limits using parameters established in MIL-STD 1472F.

Washington State Department of Labor & Industries:
Lifting Calculator
Hazard Zone Checklist
Caution Zone Checklist
Liberty Mutual Manual Materials Handling Tables

 

ErgoFix

 

This computer workstation self-assessment program, developed by the USACHPPM Ergonomics Program, will be available early in 2008. ErgoFix, designed to identify problem areas at employee workstations, is a powerful tool for managers to use to increase worker satisfaction and productivity.

 

Hand Arm Vibration

 

Centralized European Hand-Arm Vibration Database
Washington State Calculator for Hand-Arm Vibration

 

Anthropometric Guidelines

 

Hazard Categories