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Safe Patient Handling Risk Assessment

Hyperlink; Assessment–A comprehensive assessment of patient handling practices for use by an ergonomist or similar trained professional. Covers facility resources, current practices, environmental…

Physical Demands Description (PDD) Template (WSPS)

Developed by: WSPS (Workplace Safety and Prevention Services)

Physical Demands Description (PDD) Template Instructions (WSPS)

Developed by: WSPS (Workplace Safety and Prevention Services)Description: a document that provides instructions on how to use the fillable Physical Demands Description (PDD) template available from…

Posture, Activity, Tools & Handling (PATH) Approach

Developed by: University of Massachusetts Lowell

Use of the "Six Sigma" Methodology for MSD Reduction

Case Study: Program

Washington State Physical Job Evaluation Checklist

External link; Assessment – An interactive checklist to identify aspects of the job that pose a risk of MSD in different body regions. Different versions available for six major industries.

Stanford Industrial Ergonomics Screening Checklist

External link; Hazard ID – A checklist to identify hazards common to industrial workplaces. Main sections include lifting, awkward postures, and hand forces.

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