Prolonged Standing
Employees can be exposed to prolonged standing while working the drive-thru window. This can cause stress and strain to the workers' back and legs.
Possible Solutions
To relieve stress and strain to workers' backs and legs, try the following things:
- Wear shoes with well-cushioned insteps and soles.
- Avoid static postures by continually moving your position. Use the foot rest bar or a low stool to help alter your posture by raising one foot and then the other.
Safe Work Practices
Employers should consider implementing recommended safe work practices, including:
- Provide stools or a foot rest bar at work stations.
- Provide anti-fatigue mats. They help contract and expand muscles of the person standing on them increasing blood-flow and reducing fatigue.
Knowledge Check Choose the best answer for the question.
3-4. Which of the following is a good safe work practice for prolonged standing at drive-thru windows?
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