
- Do active surveillance with an ergonomically trained specialist.
- Perform individual ergonomic evaluations and group training.
- Initiate a Six-Sigma program to help identify and track the recommended actionable items.
- Change what is used, which focuses on finding a substitute tool that helps the user use more neutral postures.
- Change how work’s done, which looks at a safer method to perform the task essentially shortening or eliminating the time a worker is exposed to the ergonomic risk factors, whether they are force, duration, vibration, awkward postures, etc.
- Change something about the work to remove the hazard completely which can involve automation, equipment, etc.
