Ergo Resources
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  1. Ergonomics Training
    1. Curwick, C., Reeb-Whitaker, C. and Connon, C. (2003). Reaching managers at an industry association conference: evaluation of ergonomics training. AAOHN Journal, 51(11), 464-469.
    2. Sitzman, K. (2001). Effective ergonomic teaching for positive client outcomes: implications for practice. AAOHN Journal, 49(7), 329-335.

  2. Case Management
    1. Shaw, W., Lincoln, A. and Wood, P. (2001). Case management services for work related upper extremity disorders. AAOHN Journal, 49(8), 378-389.

  3. Ergo issues
    1. Lifting
      1. Ronald, L., Yassi, A., Spiegel, J., Tate, R., Tait, D. and Mozel, M. (2002). Effectiveness of installing overhead ceiling lifts. AAOHN Journal, 50(3), 120-127.
      2. Nelson, A., Lloyd, J., Menzel, N. and Gross, C. (2003). Preventing nursing back injuries: redesigning patient handling tasks. AAOHN Journal, 51(3), 127-134.
      3. Haiduven, D. (2003). Lifting teams in health care facilities. AAOHN Journal, 51(5), 210-218.
      4. Sitzman, K. (2003). Bag and supply transport tips. AAOHN Journal, 51(2), 100.
      5. Roth, C. (2004). Ergonomics for the Lean Supply Chain (material transportation). Retrieved Mar ’04 from http://www.occupationalhazards.com/
    2. Office work
      1. Travers, P. and Stanton, B. (2002). Office workers and video display terminals: physical, psychological and ergonomic factors. AAOHN Journal, 50(11), 489-493.
      2. Brown, Ed. (2003). Workstations for flexible manufacturing provide ergonomic benefits. Retrieved Mar ’04 from http://www.occupationalhazards.com/
      3. Hsu, W.H. and Wang, M.J. (2003). Physical discomforts among visual display terminal users in a semiconductor manufacturing company:…. AIHA Journal (American Industrial Hygiene Association). Mar/Apr, 276-281.
    3. Carpal tunnel syndrome
      1. D’Arruda, K. (2002). Supreme court update – Toyota motor manufacturing v. Williams. AAOHN Journal, 50(5), 210-212.
      2. Randolph, J.A. (2000). Carpal tunnel syndrome: testing the sensitivity and validity of four "localized discomfort" instruments. AAOHN Journal, 48(8), 385-394.
    4. Cumulative trauma disorders (CTD)
      1. Ostendorf, J., Rogers, B. and Bertsche, P. (2000). Ergonomics: CTD management evaluation tool. AAOHN Journal, 48(1), 17-24.
    5. Back
      1. Hefti, K., Farnham, R., Docken, L., Bentaas, R., Bossman, S. and Schaefer, J. (2003). Back injury prevention: a lift team success story. AAOHN Journal, 51(6), 246-251.
      2. Nelson, A., Lloyd, J., Menzel, N. and Gross, C. (2003). Preventing nursing back injuries: redesigning patient handling tasks. AAOHN Journal, 51(3), 126-134.
      3. Haiduven, D. (2003). Lifting teams in health care facilities. AAOHN Journal, 51(5), 210-218.
      4. Ebben, J. (2003). Improved ergonomics for standing work. Occupational Health & Safety. Retrieved Mar ’04 from http://www.ohsonline.com/
    6. Repetitive strain injury
      1. Conrad, K., Lavender, S., Reichelt, P. and Meyer, F. (2000). Initiating an ergonomic analysis. AAOHN Journal, 48(9), 423-429.
    7. Musculoskeletal
      1. Fragala, G and Bailey, L. (2003). Addressing occupational strains and sprains: musculoskeletal injuries in hospitals. AAOHN Journal, 51(6), 252-259.
      2. Estill, C.F., Slavin, T. and Waters, T. (2002). Musculoskeletal disorders (NORA & NRC comparison). Retrieved Mar ’04 from http://www.asse.org/
      3. Standard postures used to classify trunk, shoulder & neck position (pictures). Retrieved Mar ’04 from http://www.asse.org/
      4. LaBelle, J. (2003). Material handling side pushing: when you can’t push it or pull it. Occupational Health & Safety. Retrieved Mar ’04 from http://www.ohsonline.com/

  4. Return-to-work
    1. Simpson, S. and Richlin, D. The role of functional capacity evaluations in occupational health settings. AAOHN Journal, 51(5), 202-203.
    2. Lukes, S. (2001). Effects of prework screening and early return to work programs. AAOHN Journal, 49(6), 276-279.

  5. Functional job

  6. Clinical algorithms/protocols/standards
    1. Detailed guidelines and examples – www.ergoweb.com/resources/reference/guidelines/mpg3.cfm
    2. Nash, J. (2003). ANSI health and safety standards: what will happen in 2003? Retrieved Mar ’04 from http://www.occupationalhazards.com/

  7. General ergonomics
    1. Singer, I. (2001). What’s your next move on ergonomics? (ergo cost). Business & Health, (Feb), 37-38.
    2. Kincaid, W. (2004). Add value with a comprehensive approach to ergonomics. Retrieved Mar ’04 from http://www.occupationalhazards.com/
    3. MacLeod, D. (2003). Ergonomics – are you up-to-date? The Synergist, 14(9) iv.
    4. Courtney, T. and Webster, B. (2002). Getting answers. (Sept), 24-30. Retrieved Mar ’04 from http://www.asse.org/

  8. Analysis and Design
    1. Recommended worksite analysis program for ergonomics - www.ergoweb.com/resources/reference/guidelines/mpg3.cfm
    2. Designs – www.baddesigns.com/examples.html

  9. Other resources
    1. Journal of Occupational and Environmental Hygiene
    2. http://www.cot.org/ Search "ergonomics"
    3. Salazar, M. (Ed.). (1997). Core curriculum for occupational & environmental health nursing. Philadelphia: W.B. Saunders Company.
    4. http://www.bpinews.com/ Legislative Network for Nurses
    5. http://www.patientsafetycenter.com/ (Patient Care Ergonomics Resource Guide)
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