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The ergonomics program is dependent upon postal management demonstrating commitment, active involvement and accountability for overall ergonomics performance and compliance.
The ergonomics program applicable terms are listed below:
- Ergonomics — The application of information about people and how the body functions to improve fit between employees, job tasks, and equipment.
- Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) — A category or group of injuries and illness that affect muscles, nerves, tendons, ligaments, joints, cartilage and spinal discs (soft tissues of the body).
- MSD Risk Factors — Actions in the workplace, workplace conditions, or a combination thereof, that may cause or aggravate a work-related musculoskeletal disorder; examples include:
- Forceful exertions,
- Awkward postures,
- Contact stress,
- Repetitive exertions, and
- Physical agents within the environment such as vibration, temperature, and lighting.
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