Alternative Work Methods
Cleaning Bathrooms
Stand inside the tub to clean the wall tile.
- Stand inside the tub to clean wall tile. If you are outside the tub, you will need to stretch further. That will cause stress to your shoulder.
- Keep dirty towels off the floor as much as possible. Repeated bending over to pick up towels from the floor can cause muscle fatigue and stress.
- Do work at waist level as much as possible. Removing trash and replacing liners on the floor can cause back stress and fatigue.
- Alternate arms when cleaning surfaces. The demands of the task is spread to both shoulders and it also gives each arm and shoulder a chance to rest.
Keeping Yourself Injury-Free
- Wear comfortable shoes to work and do a few stretching exercises for your back, arms, and shoulders before starting your shift.
- Make sure you report any unusual aches and pains to your supervisor. You can also communicate ways you have found to make the job easier to your co-workers.
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3-7. What is the recommended way to clean the wall tile in a shower?
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