Investigation of cumulative trauma disorders in a poultry processing plant
- 1 February 1982
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Taylor & Francis in Aihaj Journal
- Vol. 43 (2) , 103-116
- https://doi.org/10.1080/15298668291409433
Abstract
Cumulative trauma disorders such as carpal tunnel syndrome and tenosynovitis can be caused, precipitated or aggravated by repeated exertions with the hand. A study in a poultry processing factory that proceeded from an analysis of health records to an analysis of work methods, postures and forces was described. Alternative work procedures and knife designs were recommended to reduce stressful work postures and forces.This publication has 6 references indexed in Scilit:
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