Very nice app for your iPhone that has the NIOSH Lifting Equation built in. Clear, easy to use (assuming you are familiar with the NIOSH Lifting Equation).
Link if looking on a computer: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/liftright/id566648977?mt=8
Link if looking on your i-Device: https://appsto.re/us/rcMXH.i
A good, basic program, with an English only version, plus English/Chinese.
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Two separate programs, including an observational based program. NIOSH always provides effective, detailed programs.
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Great program and forms from WorkSafeBC – allows for an easy ergonomic assessment of various types of tasks. What is nice is that they show on the forms what is unsafe. A guided program.
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Concrete safety toolbox talks – from use of tools to pumping. As with anything from WorkSafeBC – Good Stuff.
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Concrete – Hand tools During Reinforcing
Concrete – Pouring and Pumping
Concrete – Reinforcing – Overexertion
Concrete – Reinforcing – Reaching
I found good stuff on the subject – this drills down deeper into the subject. Stop strains and sprains now.
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Construction Ergonomics Checklist
Ergonomic Survivial Guide – Carpenters and Framers
Ergonomic Survivial Guide – Cement Framers
Ergonomic Survivial Guide – Electricians
On often overlooked field due to the constantly changing nature of the job – but there is good stuff out there – educate yourself, your employees, and your clients now. In addition to education, there are also reviews of techniques and tools to help reduce musculoskeletal disorders – including a rebar tying tool.
Checkout WorkSafeBC – good people.
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15 Tips to Reduce Sprains and Strains in Construction
Assessing Risk of Sprains and Strains in Construction
Awkward Posture and Excessive Force
Construction Stress in Construction Work
Repetition and Excessive Force
Adding this as a special request from a visitor.
Concrete Construction Pocket Guide
Silica – Controlling Exposures While Doing Tuckpointing Mortar Removal
Silica – Controlling Exposures While Operating Masonry Saws
Silica – Controlling Exposures While Using Hand Grinders
Ergonomics for Concrete Hoses – Skidplates
Ergonomics for Concrete Masons – Spanish
Updated 10/26/2014 with new QuickCards from OSHA – see below:
I downloaded and posted nearly all OSHA QuickCards to a single location. I skipped obscure types, but about 95% are here.
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Updated Cards – 10/26/2014
Agriculture – Backing Up Farm Vehicles and Equipment Safety QuickCard
Agriculture – Protecting Farmworkers from Tractor and Harvester Hazards
Agriculture – Protecting Workers from Tripod Orchard Ladder Injuries
Combustible Dust – Precaustions for Firefighters to Prevent Dust Explosions
Hazard Communication Safety Data Sheets
Hazard Communication Standard Labels
Hazard Communication Standard Pictogram QuickCard
Previous Entries:
Amputations QuickCard – English
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning QuickCard – English
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning QuickCard – Spanish
Chain Saw Saety QuickCard – English
Chain Saw Saety QuickCard – Spanish
Chain Saw Safety QuickCard – Portuguese
Chipper Machine QuickCard – English
Chipper Machine QuickCard – Portuguese
Chipper Machine QuickCard – Spanish
Cold Stress QuickCard – English
Confined Spaces – Permit Required QuickCard – English
Confined Spaces – Permit Required QuickCard – Spanish
Construction Hazards – Top Four – QuickCard – English
Construction Hazards – Top Four – QuickCard – Spanish
Construction PPE QuickCard – English
Construction PPE QuickCard – Spansih
Demolition Safety QuickCard – English
Demolition Safety QuickCard – Portuguese
Demolition Safety QuickCard – Spanish
Electrical Safety QuickCard – English
Electrical Safety QuickCard – Spanish
Fall Protection – General Industry QuickCard – English
Fall Protection – General Industry QuickCard – Spanish
Hand Hygiene QuickCard – English
Hand Hygiene QuickCard – Portuguese
Hand Hygiene QuickCard – Spanish
Hazard Communication – Safety Data Sheets – GHS – English
Hazard Communication – Safety Data Sheets – GHS – Spanish
Hazard Communication – Standard Labels GHS – English
Hazard Communication – Standard Labels GHS – Spanish
Hazard Communication – Standard Pictograms GHS – English
Hazard Communication – Standard Pictograms GHS – Spanish
Heat Stress QuickCard – English
Heat Stress QuickCard – Spanish
Heat Stress QuickCard – Vietnamese
Lead in Construction QuickCard – English
Lead in Construction QuickCard – Spanish
Mercury – Avoiding Exposure from Flourescent Bulbs QuickCard
Motor Vehicle Safe Driving Practices QuickCard – English
Motor Vehicle Safe Driving Practices QuickCard – Spanish
Portable Generator QuickCard – English
Portable Generator QuickCard – Spanish
Process Safety QuickCard Respirator QuickCard – English
Respirator QuickCard – Protuguese
Respirator QuickCard – Spansih
Tree Trimming and Removal QuickCard – English
Tree Trimming and Removal QuickCard – Portuguese
Trench Safety QuickCard – English
Trench Safety QuickCard – Spanish
RULA, REBA, and the Lifting Equation are in Excel format, and will do the math for you. I only have the lifting equation manual, so these tools are for those who are familiar with them, and have used them before.
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NIOSH Lifting Equation – English and Metric
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