Step 2 of the main text, Setting the Stage for Action, acknowledged three points. First, actions taken to define and control ergonomic hazards can be treated as part of a company's overall workplace safety and health program. Thus, approaches found successful in controlling other forms of workplace hazards should have value in coping with ergonomic problems as well. The second and third points made this clear by emphasizing the importance of management commitment and the value of employee participation in such undertakings. Noted below in Tray 2–A are literature references elaborating on these three points. The following NIOSH report discusses much of the available data contained in the other listed sources:

NIOSH [1994]. Participatory ergonomic interventions in meat packing plants. DHHS (NIOSH) Publication No. 94–124, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, 4676 Columbia Parkway, Cincinnati, OH 45226.

This report can be obtained by calling 1–800–35–NIOSH (1–800–356–4674).

Tray 2–A. Literature References to Successful OS&H Program Practices, Management Commitment, and Worker Involvement