Abstract
An ergonomics program is discussed in which prevention of work-related repetitive strain injuries is the primary focus. The hazard assessment component of the program consists of review of injury/illness records by department and location, work site surveys with risk factor observation, and a survey of workers for evidence of risk-related tasks and recommendations for correctives. Tasks are prioritized according to degree of hazard, and alternative interventions are developed for each task. Elements of interventions can include a corrective action team; an ergonomic specialist team; training; exercises; and equipment, process, design, and engineering changes. This approach has resulted in a significant reduction in repetitive strain injury severity.