Guidelines for Shipyards: Ergonomics for the Prevention of MSDs

Developed by: OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)

Description: A 52-page report that provides guidelines to reduce worker injuries and musculoskeletal disorders in shipyard workers. After a brief introduction describing the general risk factors for shipyard workers, the resource provides a series of solutions to improve workplace safety split into six categories: site-wide, material handling, tools, metal-working, shipside, and personal protective equipment. Each solution has accompanying images and descriptions.

Keywords: ship, boat, dock