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Prevention Through Design: Ergonomics for Engineers (Room Versailles 1-2)

24 Aug 17
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM

Tracks: Ergonomics & EHS (Environment, Health & Safety), Materials Handling, Tools & Workstation Design

Prevention through Design (PtD) is an initiative driven by recognized health organizations, including NIOSH and ASSE. The goal is to identify and prevent the introduction of hazards in the workplace, including those risk factors that cause musculoskeletal disorders. Companies with successful ergonomic processes engage their engineers to ensure poor ergonomic conditions are identified and controlled in both existing and future jobs and workstations. Engaging engineers, using currently available and valid ergonomic design guidelines, and having an effective design review process are critical elements of effectively preventing MSDs through good design. Hear how world-class companies are applying each of these elements, and how you can integrate these practices in your own company.