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152 Ergonomic Hazards in Construction
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Good Housekeeping

Regular housekeeping to eliminate clutter can reduce reaching, bending, or twisting when handling materials, tools, or objects. Keep floor surfaces dry and free of obstructions to help eliminate slipping and tripping hazards.

Get help to carry heavy loads.

Maintenance

Regular maintenance of tools and equipment can help reduce or prevent problems in work tasks. For example, keeping cutting or drilling tools sharpened and in good condition can reduce the amount of force and repetition required when using the tools.

Exercise and Stretching

Long-term, sensible exercise and stretching have many benefits, which may include better health and reduced injuries. New, returning, or injured employees should gradually increase their physical activity.

Cooperation

Get help when needed to handle heavy loads. Some companies set weight limits (like 50 pounds) above which a helper is required.

Knowledge Check Choose the best answer for the question.

2-7. Which administrative control can help eliminate clutter and prevent unnecessary reaching, bending, or twisting when handling materials or tools?